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1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa Västerås mint; type III
| Billon (.313 silver) | 1.71 g | 19.22 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1529-1530 |
| Value | 1 Örtug (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Gyllen (1521-1534) |
| Composition | Billon (.313 silver) |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Diameter | 19.22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#110866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield with letter "A" in italic within circle. Legend outside with date at end.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONE° WESTERARS° 30 (flower)
Lettering (regular font): MONE° WESTERARS° 30 (FLOWER)
Translation: Coin of Västerås
Comment
Diameter varies from 19 mm - 20 mm.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features Gustav Vasa, who was the first king of Sweden and played a significant role in the country's transition from a Catholic to a Protestant nation.
