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1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa Type IV
1529 (1528-1529) years| Billon (.313 silver) | 1.73 g | 19.25 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1529 (1528-1529) |
| Value | 1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre (1⁄54) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.313 silver) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 19.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield of the Three Crowns of Sweden within beaded circle. Legend outside with date at end if present.
Lettering: + MOnETA°STOK°hOLM
Translation: Coinage of Stockholm.
Comment
Diameter varies from 19 mm - 20 mm.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa (Type IV) 1529 coin from Sweden is that it features a unique combination of metals. The coin is made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver, but it also contains a small amount of gold. This makes it a rare and valuable coin among collectors.
