5 Öre - Oscar I (Pattern Strike, Type II) ND (1853-1854) front 5 Öre - Oscar I (Pattern Strike, Type II) ND (1853-1854) back
5 Öre - Oscar I (Pattern Strike, Type II) ND (1853-1854) photo
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5 Öre - Oscar I Pattern Strike, Type II ND

 
Copper (95% copper, 4% pewter and 1% zinc) 8.4 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Oscar I (1844-1859)
Type
Pattern
Years
1853-1854
Value
5 Öre (0.05)
Currency
Riksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873)
Composition
Copper (95% copper, 4% pewter and 1% zinc)
Weight
8.4 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#97486
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Value on four lines in a beaded circle, along with the three crowns of Sweden. Lettering around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PROF-MYNT · 95 D. KOPPAR 4 D. TENN 1 D. ZINK ·

5
ÖRE
-----
250 Rd.
AF 100 U.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 5 Öre - Oscar I (Pattern Strike, Type II) ND (1853-1854) from Sweden is that it was designed by the artist and engraver, Erik Lindberg. He was a prominent artist in Sweden during the 19th century and is known for his work on various coins and medals. The coin features a portrait of King Oscar I on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. It's a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples existing today.