© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
2 Mark - Gustav Vasa
| Silver (.500) | 22.19 g | 39.98 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1556-1560 |
| Value | 2 Marks (½) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 22.19 g |
| Diameter | 39.98 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#107523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Six lines legend inside a double-lined square. Above the date, below the value expressed as multiple of Ore. Floral ornaments at sides of square
Script: Latin
Lettering:
15 : 59
________
GVSTAVS:D
G:SVVECO:
RVM:GOTTO
RVM:VVAN
DALORVM
Q3:REX:
_________
· XVI : ÖRE ·
Translation: Gustav (Vasa) by the Grace of God, King of Sweden, of the Goths and the Wends
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Mark - Gustav Vasa 1556-1560 coin from Sweden is that it features an image of King Gustav Vasa, who played a significant role in Swedish history. He was the founder of the Vasa dynasty, which ruled Sweden for over 200 years, and is credited with establishing Sweden as an independent Protestant nation. The coin's design was created by the artist Erik Lindberg and was minted in 1956 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Gustav Vasa's accession to the throne.
