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1 Öre - Gustav II Adolf Type I
1627 year| Copper | 25.76 g | 41.3 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustavus II Adolphus (Gustav II Adolf) (1611-1632) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1627 |
| Value | 1 Öre (1⁄48) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 25.76 g |
| Diameter | 41.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#157997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Griffin with wings down walking left within circle. Legend outside the circle with date in roman numbers at end, together with a little crown. Value is on either side of the griffin.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA:NOVA:CVPRE: (mm) NICOPENSIS:MDCXXVII (crown)
I ÖR
Translation: New copper coin of Nykoping
Comment
Exists also a variant with date between griffin's feet and with bigger crown over griffin head, but is maybe uniqueWeight and diameter may vary
Interesting fact
The 1 Öre coin featuring Gustav II Adolf (Type I) was minted in 1627, during the reign of King Gustav II Adolf of Sweden. The coin was made of copper and weighed 25.76 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.
