Schweden ½ Daler - Erik XIV, 1561

½ Daler - Erik XIV aus Schweden. Ausgegeben 1561. Geprägt in Silver (.875). Durchmesser 36 mm, Gewicht 14.41 g.

Avers

Armored bust of King Erik XIV facing right holding sword in right hand and globus cruciger in left; legend around. Date is below bust. (Erik XIV Dei Gratia King of Sweden)

Revers

Crowned ornate shield with Greater Arms of Sweden (Kalmar Union, Folkungs Lion and seal of the House of Vasa superimposed in the center) within beaded circle. King's motto outside, divided at both sides by the shield and cross over crown. (God gives to whom He wishes)