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2 Øre - Frederik IX
| Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc) | 3.6 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick IX (Frederik IX) (1947-1972) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1960-1966 |
| Value | 2 Øre (0.02 DKK) |
| Currency | Krone (1873-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc) |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.47 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 March 1973 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#14552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Value within Wheat Ears
Script: Latin
Lettering: DANMARK 2 ØRE
Translation: Denmark
Edge
Plain
Comment
Due to inflation, these coins were never released into circulation. Along with the 1 øre 1960-64, they were sold to collectors as a set, called a "Hækkerupsæt" (The Hækkerup set - Per Hækkerup was the economy minister at the time). Around 100.000 sets were sold.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of King Frederik IX of Denmark, who reigned from 1944 until his death in 1972. He was a popular monarch and known for his efforts to modernize and modernize Denmark's economy and society. The coin was minted during his reign and features his likeness on one side, while the other side features the Danish coat of arms.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 C♥S | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1962 C♥S | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1963 C♥S | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1964 C♥S | 3990000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1965 C♥S | 11980000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1966 C♥S | 12000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Øre - Frederik IX 1960-1966 coin.
