25 Öre - Gustaf V Pattern strike
| Iron (Struck in silver too.) | 1.8 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustaf V (1907-1950) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1918-1919 |
| Value | 25 Öre (0.25 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Iron (Struck in silver too.) |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#191599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value on two lines with below the symbol of Stockholm Mint, all within laurel wreath. Below the wreath is the initial of the Riksbank Governor' surname.
Lettering:
25
ÖRE
W
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 25 Öre - Gustaf V (Pattern strike) 1918-1919 from Sweden is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Erik Lindberg. Lindberg was a prominent artist in Sweden during the early 20th century and his designs were often used on coins and other currency. The Pattern 25 Öre coin features a portrait of King Gustaf V on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. It's interesting to note that this coin was struck in both iron and silver, which is a unique feature among coins.
