© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Mark - Erik XIV Arms type I
| Billon (.484 silver) | 24.07 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Eric XIV (1560-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1562-1563 |
| Value | 16 Öre (½) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Billon (.484 silver) |
| Weight | 24.07 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Central square with King's motto on four lines. The Square is above a cross with long arms (only the arms heads are visible) and also have a flower/branches ornamentation on its border with rosettes in angles. Small Crowns in central position on sides above cross arms heads, except for the low side. Above the higher crown divides the date at sides, while below there is the value expressed in Ore
Script: Latin
Lettering:
15 6Z
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| DEVS|
| DAT |
| CVI |
| VVLT |
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* XVI + ORE *
Translation: God gives to whom He wishes
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Erik XIV of Sweden, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his efforts to centralize power in the Swedish state. The coin's design features the king's coat of arms on one side and a crowned monogram on the other, symbolizing his authority and influence. Despite being made of a relatively low-value material, the coin was an important part of Sweden's currency system at the time and was widely used in trade and commerce.
