1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa Type VII
1528 year| Billon (.314 silver) | 1.73 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1528 |
| Value | 1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre (1⁄54) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.314 silver) |
| Weight | 1.73 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pointed shield with the three coins of Sweden inside a circle. Legend outside with date at end.
Lettering: MONET:STOKhOL:15Z8
Translation: Coinage of Stockholm.
Comment
Diameter varies from 19 mm - 20 mm.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa (Type VII) 1528 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.
