© Stacks Bowers
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4 Mark "Klippingar" - Johan III
| Silver (.938) | 13.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John III (Johan III) (1568-1592) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1568-1572 |
| Value | 4 Marks (1) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Silver (.938) |
| Weight | 13.15 g |
| Size | 34 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#135715 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
King's motto on three lines interleaved with the Three Crowns of Sweden. Date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DEVS
PROTECTOR
NOSTR
69
Translation: God our protector
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Mark "Klippingar" - Johan III 1568-1572 from Sweden is that it was made during a time of economic crisis in Sweden, known as the "Klipping" era, where the government was forced to debase the currency by cutting the weight and silver content of coins to pay for military expenses. Despite this, the coin still contains a significant amount of silver, weighing 13.15g and made of .938 silver.
