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2 Öre - Carl XV
| Bronze | 5.7 g | 24.4 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XV (1859-1872) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1860-1872 |
| Value | 2 Öre (0.02) |
| Currency | Riksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Diameter | 24.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#6146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
ÖRE
1872
Edge
Plain
Comment
Type 1: Big rose above date on reverseType 2: Star above date on reverse; Closed E in ÖRE
Type 3: Star above date on reverse; Open E in ÖRE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Öre coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Carl XV (1860-1872), is that it was designed by the artist and engraver, Erik Lindberg. The coin features a portrait of the king on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. Lindberg's design was chosen through a competition held by the Royal Mint, and it was praised for its simplicity and elegance. The use of bronze in the coin's minting was also a deliberate choice, as it was a more affordable and durable material than other metals, making it accessible to a wider population.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1860 | 196875 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1861 | 1626075 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1862 | 212750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1863 | 1621300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1864 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1865 | 628650 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1866 | 399550 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1867 | 428012 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1871 | 717638 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1872 | 1646000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Öre - Carl XV 1860-1872 coin.
