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5 Øre - Olav V
| Bronze (97% Cu, 2.5% Zn, 0.5% Sn) | 8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Olav V (1957-1991) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1958-1973 |
| Value | 5 Øre (0.05 NOK) |
| Currency | Krone (1875-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Cu, 2.5% Zn, 0.5% Sn) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1975 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Eurasian Elk in the centre facing left, value above, name of the country, the crossed pick and hammer (symbol of the Norwegian Mint) and date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5·ØRE
NORGE 1971
Translation: Norway
Engraver: Per Palle Storm
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Eurasian Elk (Alces alces) is now considered a different species from the American and East Siberian Moose.Interesting fact
The 5 Øre coin from Norway, featuring King Olav V, was designed by sculptor Per Palle Storm and was in circulation from 1958 to 1973. Interestingly, the coin's obverse (front) side features a portrait of the king facing left, while the reverse (back) side features a crowned monogram of the king's initials, "O" and "V," surrounded by two sprigs of oak leaves. This design was a departure from the traditional depiction of royalty on coins, where the monarch is typically shown facing right. This unique design choice adds a touch of personality and character to the coin, making it stand out among other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | 2205000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1959 | 3208000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1960 | 5519000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1961 | 4554000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1962 | 7764000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1963 | 3204000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1964 | 6108000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1965 | 6841000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1966 | 8415000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1967 | 9071000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1968 | 4286000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 4328000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 7350600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 13450100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 19001784 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 9584175 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Øre - Olav V 1958-1973 coin.
