1 Örtug - Albert of Mecklenburg Kalmar ND
| Silver | 1.3 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Albert of Mecklenburg (Albrekt av Mecklenburg) (1364-1389) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1364-1389 |
| Value | 1 Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug coinage (1364-1521) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#435597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with the three crowns of Sweden inside a beaded circle. One cross (bigger than the other two) is in lower position, over cross arm; the other two are in the upper quadrants. Legend outside the circle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + ALBERTI + DEI + GRACI
Lettering (regular font): + ALBERTI + DEI + GRACI
Interesting fact
The 1 Örtug coin from Sweden, issued during the reign of Albert of Mecklenburg (Kalmar) between 1364 and 1389, features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify that it was made of pure silver, as silver was a valuable and highly sought-after metal at the time. The hole also served as a way to test the authenticity of the coin, as it was difficult to counterfeit a coin with a small hole in the center. This feature makes the 1 Örtug coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
