4 Öre "Klippingar" - Regency of Johan III and Karl IX 1568 front 4 Öre "Klippingar" - Regency of Johan III and Karl IX 1568 back
4 Öre "Klippingar" - Regency of Johan III and Karl IX 1568 photo
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4 Öre "Klippingar" - Regency of Johan III and Karl IX

1568 year
Silver (.938) 1.65 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
John III (Johan III) (1568-1592)
Prince
Charles (1568)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1568
Value
4 Öre (⅛)
Currency
Daler (1534-1593)
Composition
Silver (.938)
Weight
1.65 g
Shape
Square
Technique
Klippe
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#128531
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three crowns of Sweden divides value at sides

Script: Latin

Lettering: 4 OR

Unabridged legend: 4 öre.

Comment

Size may vary.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Öre "Klippingar" coin from Sweden is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in the country. The coin was minted in 1568, during the regency of Johan III and Karl IX, a period of political turmoil and religious upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its design has been celebrated for its beauty and craftsmanship. The coin's silver content and weight also made it a valuable and sought-after form of currency, both within Sweden and beyond its borders.