Sweden 1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa, 1528
Västerås mint; type II
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Information
Country
Sweden
Sweden
Currency
Gyllen
(1521 – 1534)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre
Year
1528
Ruler
Gustav I Vasa
(1523–1560)
Composition
Billon (.313 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.73
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre from Sweden. Issued in 1528. Struck in Billon (.313 silver). Measures 20 mm and weighs 1.73 g.
- Obverse
- Shield with letter "A" in italic within circle. Legend outside. (Gustav Vasa king of Sweden by the grace of god.)
- Reverse
- Shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden within circle, with legend outside. (New coinage of Västerås.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1528) | — | SM# 18 |
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