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1 Öre - Gustav Vasa Type VI
| Billon (.313 silver) | 3.61 g | 29.1 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1528-1530 |
| Value | 1 Öre (1⁄18) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.313 silver) |
| Weight | 3.61 g |
| Diameter | 29.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110602 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden and a central inner shield with Vasa Arms. The shield is within a beaded circle with legend outside. Shield is also above a cross with long arms that cuts the legend in four parts.
Lettering: MONE | STOK | hOLM | 15Z8
Translation: Coinage of Stockholm.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Öre - Gustav Vasa (Type VI) coin from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin's design to make it easier for people to thread the coins onto a string or cord, allowing them to be worn as a necklace or bracelet. This feature was particularly useful during the 16th century when many people in Sweden wore coins as a form of jewelry or adornment.
