Schweden 1 Mark - Gustav Vasa, 1541 – 1544

1 Mark aus Schweden. Ausgegeben von 1541 bis 1544. Geprägt in Silver (.500). Durchmesser 35.11 mm, Gewicht 10.04 g.

Avers

Crowned and armored half figure of King Gustav Vasa, with raised sword in right hand and globus cruciger in the left (symbols of the power of Sweden). Figure of King is partially within circle with legend outside. (Gustav (Vasa) King of Sweden by the Grace of God)

Revers

Crown of Sweden above three shields in a triangular frame: above two shield are bent to the center of the coin: the left one has the Three Crowns of Sweden, the right one has the Folkungs Lion. Below the two is a shield with Vasa Arms that divides date at sides. Crown and three shields are inside a rope circle with legend outside (Blessed is the man who fears the Lord)