© Haljak Coin Auction
© Haljak Coin Auction
1 Örtug Visby; type 16 ND
| Silver (.500) | 1.43 g | - |
| Issuer | Gotland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1358-1361 |
| Value | 1 Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug (1280-1448) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#149656 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tree with the top leaves pointing up, the bottom leaves pointing out, and ending in three roots, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA · CIVITATIS
Lettering (regular font): MONETA · CIVITATIS
Translation: Coinage of the city-
Edge
Plain
Comment
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
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Magnus IV of Sweden, who ruled from 1319 to 1364. The coin features the image of a lion on one side and the king's name on the other, signifying the king's power and influence during that time.
