Sweden 1 Örtug - Gustav Vasa, 1524 – 1527
Type III
Information
Country
Sweden
Sweden
Currency
Gyllen
(1521 – 1534)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre
Year
1524 – 1527
Ruler
Gustav I Vasa
(1523–1560)
Composition
Billon (.469 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.48
Diameter (mm)
20.55
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Örtug = ⅓ Öre from Sweden. Issued from 1524 to 1527. Struck in Billon (.469 silver). Measures 20.55 mm and weighs 1.48 g.
- Obverse
- Shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden, over a cross, is inside a beaded circle with legend outside. (Saint Erik king of Sweden.)
- Reverse
- Big "G" over cross inside a beaded circle. Legend outside. (Coinage of Stockholm.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1524-1527) | — | SM# 57 |
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