Sweden ½ Daler - Erik XIV, 1561

½ Daler - Erik XIV from Sweden. Issued in 1561. Struck in Silver (.875). Measures 36 mm and weighs 14.41 g.

Obverse

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)

Reverse

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)