2 Öre - Erik XIV

€1.00
IssuerSweden
Year1565-1567
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Öre (1⁄16)
CurrencyDaler (1534-1593)
CompositionBillon (.484 silver)
Weight3.01 g
Dimensions24 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) MB#120
Obverse descriptionCrowned head of King Erik XIV with armored collar facing right. King`s head is within a circle with legend outside.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringERICVS·14·D:G·REX·SVECIE
(Translation: Erik XIV King of Sweden by the Grace of God)
Reverse descriptionOval ornate shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden and inner Vasa coat of arms within circle. King`s motto outside with date at end.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringCVI·VVLT·DEVS·DAT·1567 +
(Translation: God gives to whom He wishes)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1565  - -
1566  - -
1567  - -
Catalog ID1186414000
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