2 Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 front 2 Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 back
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2 Öre - Oscar I

 
Bronze 5.70 g 24.40 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Oscar I (1844-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1856-1858
Value
2 Öre (0.02)
Currency
Riksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.70 g
Diameter
24.40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#16504
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Value and date on three lines within laurel and oak wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2
ÖRE
1858

Edge

Plain

Comment

Difference between 1857 variants long and short beard:

 

Check: https://www.lastdodo.com/en/items/8146579-sweden-2-ore-1857-short-beard

Interesting fact

The 2 Öre coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Oscar I (1856-1858), was made of bronze and weighed 5.70 grams. Interestingly, this coin was designed by the famous Swedish artist and engraver, Erik Lindberg, who was known for his work on various coins and medals during the 19th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1856  22000 - - - - - -
1857  1143300 - - - - - -
1858  2830860 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Öre - Oscar I 1856-1858 coin.