2 Öre - Gustav Vasa (Västerås mint; type II) 1539-1540 front 2 Öre - Gustav Vasa (Västerås mint; type II) 1539-1540 back
2 Öre - Gustav Vasa (Västerås mint; type II) 1539-1540 photo
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2 Öre - Gustav Vasa Västerås mint; type II

 
Silver (.625) 3.29 g 23.66 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1539-1540
Value
2 Öre (1⁄16)
Currency
Daler (1534-1593)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
3.29 g
Diameter
23.66 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#110861
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Fancy-shaped shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden and a small shield with Vasa arms in center. Bigger shield is within a circle, with legend outside. Date at end of legend, together with the mintmark.

Script: Latin

Lettering: OMNIS POTESTAS A DEO 40 (mm)

Translation: All power to God.

Comment

Coins with date 1540 can have a new portrait or the same of 1539
Here an exemple of coin with date 1539 and its portrait.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Gustav Vasa, the first king of Sweden, who ruled from 1523 to 1560. He played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation in Sweden and was instrumental in establishing the Church of Sweden as an independent Protestant church. The coin was minted during his reign, making it a valuable piece of historical memorabilia for collectors and history enthusiasts.