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2 Portugalöser - Johan III ND
| Gold (.979) | 68.8 g | 52 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John III (Johan III) (1568-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1585-1586 |
| Value | 20 Ducats (40) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 68.8 g |
| Diameter | 52 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#128535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned heart-shaped quartered shield with Greater arms of Sweden (Three Crowns of Sweden on first and fourth, Folkungs Lion on second and third and seal of the House of Vasa superimposed in the center). Legend around in three lines divided first by a beaded boarder than by a single line
Lettering:
MISERICORD : ET • VERITS : CVSTOD : REG ET ROBOR • CLEM • THRON : EIVS
BENE FACIENDO NEMINEM TIMEMS
DEVS PROTEC : TOR NOSTER •
Comment
Struck with same dies as multiple undated Daler from Stockholm mint.
The only known coin from 1573 is kept at the Royal Coin Cabinet (Kungliga Myntkabinettet).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 2 Portugalöser - Johan III ND (1585-1586) from Sweden made of Gold (.979) weighing 68.8 g is that it was minted during a time of great change in Sweden. The coin was minted in 1585-1586, during the reign of King Johan III, who was instrumental in introducing Protestantism to Sweden and modernizing the country's currency. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Sweden on the other, symbolizing the country's shift towards a more modern and centralized government.
