10 Øre - Haakon VII WW2 Exile Coinage
1942 year| Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) | 1.5 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| Period | German occupation (1941-1945) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1942 |
| Value | 10 Øre (0.1 NOK) |
| Currency | Krone (1875-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round with a round hole |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 March 1993 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24385 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Value above hole. Two triquertas at sides and a beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 10 ØRE
Edge
Plain
Comment
These were minted by the Royal Mint (of the United Kingdom) at the request of the Norwegian government-in-exile. They were intended to circulate in liberated areas upon an allied landing. However, since the German forces surrendered peacefully in 1945, none of the coins were ever placed into circulation. Practically all the coins were therefore sold back to the Royal Mint and melted. Approximately 10 000 of each denomination were retained. Full sets consisting of the three different exile coins were sold until 1970, however, a majority of the coins are not in private possession. Amongst Norwegian collectors the coins go by the nickname "London coins" as the government-in-exile were seated in London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Øre - Haakon VII (WW2 Exile Coinage) 1942 from Norway is that it was minted during World War II, specifically in 1942, when Norway was under German occupation. The coin was part of a special "exile coinage" issued by the Norwegian government in exile, which was based in London at the time. This coinage was designed to be used in Norway after the war, and it features a portrait of King Haakon VII on one side and the Norwegian coat of arms on the other. Despite being minted during a time of war and turmoil, the coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Øre - Haakon VII (WW2 Exile Coinage) 1942 coin.
