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2 Skilling Banco - Oscar I large head
| Copper | 20 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Oscar I (1844-1859) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1844-1845 |
| Value | 2 Skilling Banco (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Riksdaler banco (1830-1855) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Denomination and date, divided vertically by crossed arrows, within a wreath made by oak branches.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
SKILLING
BANCO
1845
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Skilling Banco coin featuring Oscar I (large head) was minted during a time of great change in Sweden. The coin was introduced in 1844, just a year after the country had transitioned from a monarchy to a constitutional monarchy. This change in government led to a significant shift in the way that currency was produced and distributed, with the 2 Skilling Banco coin being one of the first coins to be minted under the new system. Despite the changes, the coin still maintained the same design and composition as previous coins, with the image of Oscar I on one side and the value on the other. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that highlights the evolution of currency in Sweden during a time of political and social change.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1844 | 88824 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1845 | 120000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Skilling Banco - Oscar I (large head) 1844-1845 coin.
