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Reverse © Heritage Auctions
5 Öre - Gustaf V
| Iron | 6.95 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustaf V (1907-1950) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1942-1950 |
| Value | 5 Öre (0.05 SEK) |
| Currency | Krona (1873-date) |
| Composition | Iron |
| Weight | 6.95 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1984 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#5987 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
The three crowns of Sweden divide the value in letters at the base of the lower crown and the value in number and below the mintmark of Stockholm mint above the crowns.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
FEM ÖRE
Translation:
5
Five Öre
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coins in iron minted to replace those in bronze, due to metal shortages during and after World War II.Differences between light and dark iron:
