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4 Mark - Johan, Duke of Östergötland Type II
1613 year| Silver (.821) | 19.75 g | 42.83 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Östergötland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| Duke | John (Johann) (1606-1618) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1613 |
| Value | 4 Mark (⅔) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver (.821) |
| Weight | 19.75 g |
| Diameter | 42.83 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#157617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Triform arms below Hebrew "Jehovah".
Lettering:
GVST ADOL DG DESIG REX SVE & PRIN HÆREDITA
IIII MARCK SVENSKA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in Sweden. The Duke of Östergötland, Johan, was a prominent figure in the Swedish nobility and played a significant role in the political and economic developments of the time. The coin's minting was likely a reflection of the growing influence of the nobility and the increasing use of silver as a medium of exchange in Sweden during the early 17th century.
