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1 Sølvmønt - Frederik II Visby
1565 year| Silver | 5.70 g | - |
| Issuer | Gotland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II (1559-1588) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1565 |
| Value | 1 Sølvmønt |
| Currency | Sølvmønt (1565) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.70 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#149764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ram walking left while facing right with waving flag behind, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MON · NOVA · INSVLÆ · GOTLANT ·
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Unabridged legend: Moneta Nova Insulae Gotlandiae.
Translation: New coinage of the island of Gotland.
Engraver: Jens Bille
Edge
Plain
Comment
These coins were struck by Jens Billie, but no one is certain on the denomination. Because of that, these coins are sometimes referred to as a "Sølvmønt", which means "Silver coin".These were the last coins struck for Gotland, and none are known to be in private collections.
Interesting fact
The 1 Sølvmønt - Frederik II (Visby) 1565 coin from Gotland (Sweden) is a rare and valuable coin that was minted during the reign of King Frederick II of Denmark and Norway. It is made of silver and weighs 5.70 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Visby on the other. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its value can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on its condition and rarity.