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2 Öre - Oscar II small letters
| Bronze | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Oscar II (1872-1907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1874-1878 |
| Value | 2 Öre (0.02 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#6149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Value and date together with the Three Crowns, symbol of Sweden, within ornate circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
ÖRE
1877
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Öre coin featuring Oscar II (small letters) was minted during a time of great change in Sweden. The coin was introduced in 1874, just a year after the country had switched from the old Swedish monetary system to the decimal system. This change was significant because it made Sweden one of the first countries in Europe to adopt a decimal currency system. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of political and social reform in Sweden, including the establishment of a new parliamentary system and the expansion of voting rights. Despite these changes, the coin remained a symbol of stability and continuity, as it featured the image of King Oscar II, who ruled Sweden from 1872 until his death in 1907.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | 1914000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 | 2441000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 | 1402000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 | 1015000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 | 865000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Öre - Oscar II (small letters) 1874-1878 coin.
