Duchy of Södermanland 1 Daler - Karl as Duke of Södermanland, 1595 – 1598

1 Daler - Karl as Duke of Södermanland from Duchy of Södermanland. Issued from 1595 to 1598. Struck in Silver (.875). Measures 42.3 mm and weighs 28.93 g.

Obverse

Half-figure of Duke Karl in full ornate armor with a diagonal folded band. Left hand is upon an helmet ornate with long feathers, while the right is on side. Lettering around rim. (Karl by the Grace of God, hereditary prince of Sweden and Duke of Södermanland.)

Reverse

Crowned five-field shield with coat of arms of Sweden (Three Crowns), Folkunger Lion, Södermanland, Närke and Värmland plus central with arms of the House of Vasa. Shield is held by supporters at each side: a lion at left and a griffin at right. Last two digits of date at sides of lower arm. Legend around rim.