½ Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 front ½ Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 back
½ Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 photo
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½ Öre - Oscar I

 
Bronze 1.4 g 15.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Oscar I (1844-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1856-1858
Value
½ Öre (0.005)
Currency
Riksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
15.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#37211
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Value on two lines; date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/2
ÖRE
1858

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ½ Öre coin was the smallest denomination coin in circulation during Oscar I's reign, and it was made of bronze, a metal that was widely used for coinage during that time period. Despite its small size, the coin still featured a detailed design, including an image of King Oscar I on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. This coin is a great example of how even the smallest denominations can have interesting historical and cultural significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1856  26240 - - - - - -
1857  1338500 - - - - - -
1858  1848514 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 coin.