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1 Öre - Gustav II Adolf Kalmar
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.74 g | 20.76 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1627 |
| Value | 1 Öre (1⁄48) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Diameter | 20.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#64190 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Seal of the County of Kalmar (a lion holding a crossbow) inside a beaded circle. Legend outside with date at end.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVITATIS · CALMAR ·1624
Translation: ... of the City of Kalmar
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Öre coin from Sweden featuring Gustav II Adolf (Kalmar) is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Sweden. Gustav II Adolf was a powerful king who ruled Sweden during a period of military expansion and religious conflict. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency during his reign.
