© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Örtug Visby; type 1 ND
| Silver (.550) | 1.51 g | - |
| Issuer | Gotland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1340-1345 |
| Value | 1 Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug (1280-1448) |
| Composition | Silver (.550) |
| Weight | 1.51 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#149572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Tree with the top leaves pointing up and out, the bottom leaves pointing out, and ending in stump roots, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA · CIVITATIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA · CIVITATIS
Translation: Coinage of the city-
Edge
Plain
Comment
Type I typology is based on hind hooves of a lamb, with exception of number 4 type, which has different lettering.Type 1 is classified as "moving" hooves.
Type 2 is classified as "skipping" hooves with two subtypes.
Type 3 is classified as "standing" hooves.
Current image is of type 2a.
Determining which type of Gotlandic örtug a specific piece is can be difficult due to how subtle some differences are. For some help with identification, try using .
Interesting fact
The 1 Örtug coin from Gotland (Sweden) was used as a means of payment during the Middle Ages and was equivalent to 1/4 of a Swedish mark.
