2 Øre - Christian X 1941 front 2 Øre - Christian X 1941 back
2 Øre - Christian X 1941 photo
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2 Øre - Christian X

1941 year
Bronze (95.5% Copper, 3% Tin, 1.5% Zinc) 3.8 g 21.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Faroe Islands (Denmark)
King
Christian X (1912-1947)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1941
Value
2 Øre (0.02&nbspDKK)
Currency
Krone (1873-1948)
Composition
Bronze (95.5% Copper, 3% Tin, 1.5% Zinc)
Weight
3.8 g
Diameter
21.1 mm
Shape
Round with a round hole
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#11804
Rarity index
32%

Reverse

Date above hole, denomoniation below hole

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DANMARK
1941
2 ØRE

Translation: Denmark

Edge

Plain

Comment

These coins were struck at the Royal Mint in London, that's why the mint mark of the Royal Mint of Denmark (♥) is missing.
It was pegged with the British Pound at the rate of 22.4 FKr = 1 GBP

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the German occupation of Denmark during World War II. The coin's design, featuring King Christian X, was created by the Danish sculptor, Einar Utzon-Frank, and was used on the Faroe Islands' coinage from 1941 to 1943. Despite the occupation, the coin's design remained unchanged, and it continued to be used even after the war ended. This coin serves as a piece of history, representing the resilience and endurance of the Danish people during a difficult period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1941  150000 - - - - - -

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