2 Öre - Oscar II Pattern strike
| Aluminium | 1.23 g | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Oscar II (1872-1907) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1892-1901 |
| Value | 2 Öre (0.02 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.23 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#191529 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Value and date together with the Three Crowns, symbol of Sweden, within ornate circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
ÖRE
1892
Edge
Plain
Comment
In 1892 pattern striked 2 Öre coins in aluminium were minted with heavily variating weight ranging from 0.62 grams to 3.51 grams. There is also an unique 2 Öre which has the year 1901.Eight specimen are located at The Royal Coin Cabinet in Stockholm, here's a list of their weights; 0.62 g, 0.87 g, 1.20 g, 1.23 g, 1.24 g, 3.46 g, 3.51 g (2 ex).
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Öre - Oscar II (Pattern strike) 1892-1901 from Sweden made of Aluminium weighing 1.23 g is a rare and unique coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time when aluminum was still a relatively new and experimental metal in the coinage industry. In fact, the use of aluminum in coins was first introduced in Sweden in the late 19th century, and this coin is one of the earliest examples of its use. The fact that it was minted in such a small quantity and has survived to this day makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
