2 Öre - Gustaf V Pattern strike
1950 year| Copper plated iron | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustaf V (1907-1950) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1950 |
| Value | 2 Öre (0.02 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated iron |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#193225 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
The Three crowns of Sweden divides value in letters at base of lower crown. Above the crowns there is the value in number and below the mintmark of Stockholm mint. Marked PROV
Lettering:
2
TVÅ ÖRE
PROV
Translation: Sample
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Öre - Gustaf V (Pattern strike) 1950 from Sweden is that it was minted with a unique copper plating on iron, which gives it a distinctive appearance compared to other coins of its time. This plating process was used as a cost-saving measure during a time of economic uncertainty, and it resulted in a coin that is both visually striking and historically significant.
