1 Örtug - Erik of Pommern Åbo ND
| Silver | 1 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Eric XIII (1389-1439) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1410-1439 |
| Value | 1 Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug coinage (1364-1521) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#144684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned letter "A" in a ring. Legend around it in a ring.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA ABOENSIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA ABOENSIS
Translation: Coinage of Turku.
Comment
The Finnish name for this coin is "Aurtua".The coins struck at Åbo, nowadays the city of Turku, were some of the first coins struck in Finland. With Finland being part of the Swedish Kingdom, the coins were most likely meant to circulate within the entire kingdom; however, there has been some disputes saying these coins were actually local issues of Turku. Even so, more evidence in needed to support that claim.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Örtug - Erik of Pommern (Åbo) ND (1410-1439) from Sweden made of Silver weighing 1 g is that it features the image of King Erik of Pommern, who was a powerful king in Sweden during the 15th century. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Swedish monarchy. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 1410 to 1439, and it was used as a standard circulation coin in Sweden during that time.
