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20 Kronor - Oscar II
| Gold (.900) | 8.9606 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Oscar II (1872-1907) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1873-1876 |
| Value | 20 Kronor (20 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8.9606 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#37765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Royal Coat of arms (without the central inescutcheon) within crowned mantle divides mintmarks. Above the king's motto, and below the value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRÖDRAFOLKENS VÄL
S.T.
20 KRONOR
Translation: The welfare of the brother peoples
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Kronor - Oscar II 1873-1876 coin from Sweden is that it was minted during a time of economic transition for the country. Sweden was moving away from a silver-based currency and towards a gold standard, and the introduction of this coin was a significant step in that process. The coin's gold content and weight were carefully regulated to ensure that it would be widely accepted and trusted by the public, and it played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1873 ST | 115108 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 ST | 239500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 ST | 359280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 ST | 25750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Kronor - Oscar II 1873-1876 coin.
