Sweden ½ Gyllen - Gustav Vasa, 1528
Coronation of Gustav Vasa
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Information
Country
Sweden
Sweden
Currency
Gyllen
(1521 – 1534)
Coin type
Circulating commemorative coin
Denomination
½ Gyllen - Gustav Vasa
Year
1528
Ruler
Gustav I Vasa
(1523–1560)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
12.93
Diameter (mm)
38
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Gyllen - Gustav Vasa from Sweden. Issued in 1528. Struck in Silver. Measures 38 mm and weighs 12.93 g.
- Obverse
- The crowned and honored king stands with folded cloak, holding a raised sword in the right hand, and a Royal Orb in the left. Between his feet is a small shield with arms of Vasa (Gustav Vasa by the grace of god king of Sweden.)
- Reverse
- Crowned four-field coat of arms of Sweden with Vasa arms in center behind decorated cross. The shield is within a beaded circle with legend outside, along the rim (New coinage of Stockholm.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1528 | — | SM# 36 |
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