2 Øre - Oscar II 1876-1902 front 2 Øre - Oscar II 1876-1902 back
2 Øre - Oscar II 1876-1902 photo
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2 Øre - Oscar II

 
Bronze 4 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Oscar II (1872-1905)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1876-1902
Value
2 Øre (0.02&nbspNOK)
Currency
Krone (1875-date)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#4128
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Value within wreath, crossed hammer and pick divide date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ØRE
2
19 ⚒ 02

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Øre coin from Norway, featuring Oscar II, has an interesting design element - the king's crown is depicted as a separate entity, floating above his head, rather than being part of his portrait. This unique design choice adds a touch of elegance to the coin's design.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1876  1774000 - - - - - -
1877  1976000 - - - - - -
1884  1000000 - - - - - -
1889  1000000 - - - - - -
1891  1000000 - - - - - -
1893  1000000 - - - - - -
1897  1000000 - - - - - -
1899  1000000 - - - - - -
1902  1005000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Øre - Oscar II 1876-1902 coin.