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1 Öre - Gustav Vasa Type III
| Billon (.313 silver) | 3.35 g | 28.65 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1522-1530 |
| Value | 1 Öre (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.313 silver) |
| Weight | 3.35 g |
| Diameter | 28.65 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111539 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Dalarna Arms (crossed arrows) with a 'G' below, between the arrows, and the three crowns of Sweden above and at sides. The shield is within a beaded circle with legend outside. Shield is above a cross with long arms that cuts the legend in four parts.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONE | STOK | hOLM | 15Z9
Lettering (regular font): MONE | STOK | HOLM | 15Z9
Translation: Coinage of Stockholm.
Comment
Diameter varies from 29 mm - 31 mm and weight varies from 2.66 g - 4.39 g.An example of variant with "G" shield between King's feet;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Öre - Gustav Vasa (Type III) coin from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - the king's crown is depicted as a separate piece that is attached to the coin using a small stud. This feature was added to the coin's design to symbolize the king's power and authority.
