Sweden 1 Daler - Gustav Vasa, 1540

1 Daler - Gustav Vasa from Sweden. Issued in 1540. Struck in Silver (.953). Measures 40.6 mm and weighs 28.68 g.

Obverse

Standing crowned figure of King Gustav Vasa 3/4 right. King is in full armor and hold a raised sword in right hand and the Globus Cruciger in left. At his sides and between the feet there are three shields from the coat of arms: Three crowns (left side), Folkunger Lion (right side) and Vasa Arms (between feet). King's figure is partially within a circle with legend outside. (Gustav Vasa by the Grace of God King of Sweden and of the Goths)

Reverse

Standing veiled figure of Christ with raised right arm as in benediction, and a globus cruciger in left hand. Christ figure is partially within a circle with legend and date outside. Mintmark in legend, between Christ feet. (All power comes from God)