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1 Örtug - Erik of Pommern ND
| Silver | 1.07 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Eric XIII (1389-1439) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1396-1439 |
| Value | 1 Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug coinage (1364-1521) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#152794 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Big "E" above long arms cross, within beaded circle. Legend outside.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: HOnET : STOChOLM
Lettering (regular font): HONET : STOCHOLM
Translation: Coinage of Stockholm.
Comment
GAL# 195
Interesting fact
The 1 Örtug coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Erik of Pommern (1396-1439), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 1.07 grams, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce during the medieval period. Additionally, the coin's design features the image of a king, which symbolized the power and authority of the Swedish monarchy during that era.
