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4 Öre - Karl IX First serie
| Silver (.625) | 4.8418 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IX (1604-1611) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1605-1606 |
| Value | 4 Öre = ½ Mark (1⁄12) |
| Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| Weight | 4.8418 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#64076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Radiant sun with Hebrew letters for "Jehovah" within double inner circle with two different legend.
Lettering:
יהוה
· SOLATIVM · MEVM ·
& · PRINCEPS · HÆREDIT · 1606 ·*·
Translation:
... and hereditary Prince (continues from obverse legend)
God is my comfort
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Öre - Karl IX (First serie) 1605-1606 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. King Karl IX, who ruled from 1599 to 1611, was instrumental in introducing Protestantism as the official religion of Sweden, which had a significant impact on the country's culture and society. Additionally, during his reign, Sweden began to establish itself as a major military power, which is reflected in the coin's design, featuring the king's crowned bust and a shield with the Swedish coat of arms.
