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50 Öre - Oscar I

1857 year
Silver (.750) 4.25 g 21.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Oscar I (1844-1859)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1857
Value
50 Öre (0.5)
Currency
Riksdaler riksmynt (1855-1873)
Composition
Silver (.750)
Weight
4.25 g
Diameter
21.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#37749
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crown above value and date within laurel wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
50
ÖRE
1857

Interesting fact

The 50 Öre coin from Sweden, minted in 1857 during the reign of King Oscar I, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.750), it was designed with a unique wreath-like pattern on the reverse side, which was meant to symbolize the unity of the Swedish people. This design was created by the artist Erik Gustaf Göthe and was used on several other coins during this period. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1857 ST 491832 - - - - - -

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