1 Örtug - Karl Knutssen Bonde (Söderköping) ND (1448-1470) front 1 Örtug - Karl Knutssen Bonde (Söderköping) ND (1448-1470) back
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1 Örtug - Karl Knutssen Bonde Söderköping ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles VIII (1448-1470)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1448-1470
Value
1 Örtug
Currency
Örtug coinage (1364-1521)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#435682
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden and two rings over a cross all inside a beaded circle. Legend outside cut in four parts by cross arms.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: NON | ETA | SWE | CIA

Lettering (regular font): NON | ETA | SWE | CIA

Translation: Coinage of Sweden.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Örtug coin from Sweden made of Silver is that it was minted during the reign of King Karl Knutssen Bonde, who was a powerful noble and military leader in the 15th century. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Sweden on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage.