1 Öre - Charles XI 1661-1664 front 1 Öre - Charles XI 1661-1664 back
1 Öre - Charles XI 1661-1664 photo
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1 Öre - Charles XI

 
Copper 17.7 g -
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1661-1664
Value
1 Öre KM (1⁄144)
Currency
First riksdaler (1598-1665)
Composition
Copper
Weight
17.7 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#182764
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned crossed arrows dividing value.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1.ÖR· K:M:

Interesting fact

The 1 Öre coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Charles XI (1661-1664), was made of copper and weighed 17.7 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin was an important part of Sweden's currency system at the time, and it remained in circulation for many years. In fact, the 1 Öre coin was still being used as legal tender in Sweden until the early 20th century! That's a testament to the durability and longevity of this coin, which has been a part of Sweden's history for over 350 years.