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1 Örtug - Albert of Mecklenburg ND
| Silver | 1.27 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 | 1.27 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#152792 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned big "S" with small "P" at right inside a beaded circle. Legend outside.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
Sp
* MOnETA * SWECIE
Lettering (regular font):
SP
* MONETA * SWECIE
Translation: Coinage of Sweden.
Interesting fact
The 1 Örtug coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Albert of Mecklenburg (1364-1389), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 1.27 grams, it was still considered a significant denomination in the Swedish currency system during the Middle Ages.
