© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
© Warszawskie Centrum Numizmatyczne s.j.
1 Öre - Sigismund of Poland
| Billon (.250 silver) | 2.81 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Sigismund (1592-1599) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1594-1598 |
| Value | 1 Öre (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 2.81 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with Sweden and Vasa arms dividing value and lying over long floriate cross that divides legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON NOVA REG SVE
I Ö
Translation:
New coin of the Kingdom of Sweden
1 Ore
Comment
Example of 1596 variety with Ö - I instead of I - Ö :
© Antykwariat Michal Niemczyk
Interesting fact
The 1 Öre coin from Sweden featuring Sigismund of Poland is notable for its unique design. The coin's obverse side features a crowned and armored king, believed to be Sigismund III Vasa, surrounded by the text "Sigismundus III Dei Gratia Rex Sveciae" (Sigismund III, by the grace of God, King of Sweden). The reverse side features a shield with the coat of arms of Sweden, topped with a crown and surrounded by the text "1 Öre" and "Sverige" (Sweden). The use of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, was a common practice in coin production during this time period, as it helped to reduce the cost of production while still maintaining the coin's durability.
