Sweden 2 Penningar - Johan III, 1576
Type II
Information
Country
Sweden
Sweden
Currency
Daler
(1534 – 1593)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Penningar
Year
1576
Ruler
John III
(1568–1592)
Composition
Billon (.047 silver)
Shape
Round
Weight (g)
0.72
Diameter (mm)
15
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Penningar from Sweden. Issued in 1576. Struck in Billon (.047 silver). Measures 15 mm and weighs 0.72 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned "IR" monogram within beaded circle. Legend outside (Johann III Dei Gratia King of Sweden)
- Reverse
- Three crowns of Sweden within beaded circle. Legend outside (New coin of the King of Sweden)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1576) | — | SM#121 |
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