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© Uppsala Universitet
8 Mark "Klippingar" - Regency of Johan III and Karl IX
1568 year| Silver (.938) | 26.33 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John III (Johan III) (1568-1592) |
| Prince | Charles (1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1568 |
| Value | 8 Marks (2) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Silver (.938) |
| Weight | 26.33 g |
| Size | 35 × 34 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#128501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three crowns of Sweden divides value at sides. Ornament all along the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 8 M
Unabridged legend: 8 marks
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Mark "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 marked by the transition from a feudal society to a modern nation-state. The coin's design, which features the images of both rulers, reflects this shift, as it was intended to promote the idea of a unified and powerful Sweden. Additionally, the coin's silver content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure its value and authenticity, demonstrating the attention to detail and craftsmanship of the minting process during this time.
