SWEDEN. 4 Öre Klippe, 1569. Stockholm Mint. Johan III. NGC F-15.
SM-149A; Delzanno-151; Bruun-11562. Weight: 1.55 gms. Extremely rare type. Leaf with stalk variation. Attractive example with a nice toning.
This klippe issue was struck during the Northern Seven Years' War (1563-1570) fought between Sweden and Denmark-Norway. It was one of the bloodiest wars in Swedish history with over 100,000 casualties.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection.
Ex: Countship of Brahesminde Collection (Private Sale - 1922).
Ex: C. P. Humble Collection (Stockholm - 1852) Lot #371.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000