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1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa Type I ND
1523 year| Billon (.469 silver) | 1.46 g | 20.7 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1523 |
| Value | 1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre (1⁄54) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.469 silver) |
| Weight | 1.46 g |
| Diameter | 20.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111019 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden within circle with legend outside.
Lettering: MOnETA * SOVA * STOCn *
Translation: New coinage of Stockholm.
Comment
Diameter varies from 19 mm - 21 mm.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa (Type I) ND (1523) 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 signify the importance of the king's power and to symbolize the connection between the king and the people. This distinctive feature sets the coin apart from other coins of its time and makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
