2 Öre - Johan III Bust, Type I

€1.00
IssuerSweden
Year1570-1571
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Öre (1⁄16)
CurrencyDaler (1534-1593)
CompositionSilver (.500)
Weight3.49 g
Dimensions26.55 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) MB#144
Obverse descriptionCrowned bust of King Johann III with long beard, partially within a circle. Legend outside
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIOHANN.3. D: | G. REX. SVECI.
(Translation: Johann III Dei Gratia King of Sweden)
Reverse descriptionCrowned shield with the Three Crowns of Sweden within a circle divides last two digits of date at sides. King`s motto outside as legend.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringDEVS PROTECTOR NOSTR
(Translation: God our Protector)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1570  - - 778 086
1571  - - 846 688
Catalog ID2415564300
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