SWEDEN. 2 Daler, ND (1587). Stockholm (or Vadstana) Mint. Johan III.

Wholesome Large-Sized 16th-Century 2 Riksdaler SWEDEN. 2 Daler, ND (1587). Stockholm (or Vadstana) Mint. Johan III. PCGS EF-40. Dav-LS572; Delzanno-6 (R); AAH-20; Bruun-509. Type II. Variety with "VERTS" and "TIMEMVS" spelling in legend. Obverse: Armored bust of the King right, holding globus cruciger and sword, 23 provincial crowned heraldic arms and legend in two lines divided by beaded border; Reverse: Crowned arms of Sweden (Kalmar Union) and Folkung lion alternating with the seal of the house of Vasa superimposed in the center, legend around in three lines divided first by a beaded border than by a single line. A RARE spelling variety with "VERTS" rather than the typical "VERITS", and an overall pleasing example of this desirable Double-Daler type struck under Johan III (John III of Sweden), renowned for deposing and likely poisoning his half-brother Eric XIV. Eric XIV was in a state of mental disorder at the time, having personally murdered several incarcerated Swedish nobles (see: Sture murders). Deeply toned and moderately worn, with an even strike and ample detail remaining of the intricate design. Estimate: €8,000 - €12,000. “NOTICE TO EU BUYERS: This lot is temporarily imported into Denmark and, following the auction, must be returned to the United States to close the temporary import. If purchased by an EU buyer, the lot may subsequently be shipped from our California office to Europe; all applicable import VAT, Margin Scheme “brugtmoms”, duties, customs charges, and related fees will be the responsibility of the buyer.” Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA. Click here to see Coins in Motion.

Estimate:£4,029.6

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