5 Öre - Gustaf VI Adolf 1972-1973 front 5 Öre - Gustaf VI Adolf 1972-1973 back
5 Öre - Gustaf VI Adolf 1972-1973 photo
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5 Öre - Gustaf VI Adolf

 
Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc) 2.68 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustaf VI Adolf (1950-1973)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1972-1973
Value
5 Öre (0.05&nbspSEK)
Currency
Krona (1873-date)
Composition
Bronze (95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc)
Weight
2.68 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.44 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Incuse
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
30 June 1985
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#1508
Rarity index
4%

Reverse

Big value in the center of the coin divides dates at sides. Below the two parts of the date are: at left the mintmark, while at right the letter "U": the first letter in the surname of the Governor of the Riksbank.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
1973
U
ÖRE

Engraver: Benkt Ulvfot

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Öre coin from Sweden, featuring Gustaf VI Adolf, has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center. This was done to make it easier for people to distinguish it from other coins, especially for those who are visually impaired.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1972 U 107894000 - - - - - -
1973 U 193037580 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Öre - Gustaf VI Adolf 1972-1973 coin.