© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
8 Öre "Klippingar" - Erik XIV Type II
| Billon (.375 silver) | 11.60 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Eric XIV (1560-1568) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1563-1568 |
| Value | 8 Öre (¼) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Billon (.375 silver) |
| Weight | 11.60 g |
| Size | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Square |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#128495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden divides date at both sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 15 63
Comment
Weight can vary from 7 g to 13 g.The Swedish crown's coffers were soon emptied after Erik XIV had acceeded the throne in 1560. The silver coins contained gradually less silver through the 1560s and coin production was not quick enough to pay the country's expenses. Square-cut coins, called 'Klippes' reduced production time considerably and large numbers of Klippe coins with denominations 16, 8, 4 and 2 ore were produced 1562-68.
Interesting fact
The 8 Öre "Klippingar" coin from Sweden, issued during the reign of Erik XIV (1563-1568), has an interesting feature. The coin was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and copper, which was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. However, what makes this coin stand out is that it contains a relatively high percentage of silver, at .375 silver, which is unusual for a circulating coin. This makes it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in Swedish coins.
