5 Öre - Gustaf V (Pattern strike) 1949 front 5 Öre - Gustaf V (Pattern strike) 1949 back
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5 Öre - Gustaf V Pattern strike

1949 year
Bronze 8 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustaf V (1907-1950)
Type
Pattern
Year
1949
Value
5 Öre (0.05&nbspSEK)
Currency
Krona (1873-date)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#193217
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The three crowns of Sweden dividing the value in letters at the base of the lower crown, the numeral value above, and the mintmark below

Lettering:
5
FEM ÖRE

Translation:
5
Five Öre

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Öre - Gustaf V (Pattern strike) 1949 from Sweden made of Bronze weighing 8g is that it was designed by the Swedish artist and engraver, Erik Lindberg. Lindberg was a prominent figure in the Swedish art world and was known for his work in various fields, including sculpture, painting, and numismatics. His design for the Pattern 5 Öre coin features a portrait of King Gustaf V on the obverse side, while the reverse side depicts the Swedish national coat of arms. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's rich history and cultural heritage.