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Lot 810c

1973 Sweden 5 Ore Copper Coin Uncirculated

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Lot number810c
CategoryCoins & Currency
AuctionOct 22 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
DateOctober 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm CT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

Description

1973 Sweden 5 Ore Copper Coin Uncirculated

1973 Sweden 5 Ore Copper Coin Uncirculated

This 1973 Sweden 5 Ore copper coin is a stunning uncirculated piece featuring the final year of the classic design under King Gustaf VI Adolf. Struck in copper, the obverse displays the three crowns of Sweden while the reverse features the bold numeral 5. This specific year carries historical significance as it marks the end of the reign of King Gustaf VI Adolf and is the final year of this specific series, which was replaced in 1974. The coin exhibits sharp details and original luster, preserved in a protective coin flip for collectors. This uncirculated copper piece is a must-have for those specializing in Scandinavian numismatics or world coinage from the 1970s.

1973 Sweden 5 Ore Copper Coin Uncirculated

Condition: This item is in uncirculated condition, appearing well-preserved within a protective coin flip. It maintains sharp details on both the denomination side and the crowned coat of arms. The surfaces show a consistent tone typical for a copper issue of this era. The mint for this coin is AB Myntverket in Eskilstuna, Sweden. The metal content is copper. Historically, 1973 was the final year of the reign of King Gustaf VI Adolf, making this one of the last coins issued under his monarchy before the succession of Carl XVI Gustaf. The strike type is a standard business strike intended for circulation, though this specific specimen has been preserved. The grading is not officially certified by a third-party service but is identified as uncirculated.

Sweden, 1973, 5 Ore, Coin, Numismatics, Sverige, Gustav VI Adolf, Bronze coin, Coin collecting, KM# 845, Swedish currency, Coin flip, Three crowns, Vintage coin, Scandinavian money

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