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1 Örtug Visby; type 40 ND
| Silver | 1.40 g | - |
| Issuer | Gotland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1389-1391 |
| Value | 1 Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug (1280-1448) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.40 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#145712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tree with the top leaves pointing up and out, the bottom leaves pointing up, and ending in five 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 a time of great change in Sweden. The reign of King Albert of Mecklenburg (1364-1412) saw the introduction of a new coinage system, which included the Örtug, a silver coin that was used throughout the country. This particular coin, the 1 Örtug from Gotland, was minted during a period of political and economic upheaval, as the Hanseatic League, which had long dominated trade in the region, began to decline in power. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Sweden during this time.
