MODERN Sweden 1942 - 5 ORE Coin - Fosterlandet Swedish DARK IRON variety RARE AU

Description

Thank you for looking at this stunning example of a Swedish WW 2 era iron coin.  Due to severe metal shortages during and after World War II, this coin was minted with iron and this is the 'Dark Iron' variety that is very rare to find. The 1942 5 Ore is the first year of production of this coin This is a great chance to own a piece of history, expand your collection, or give as a gift.
Issuer
Sweden
King
Gustaf V (1907-1950)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1942-1950
Value
5 Öre (0.05 SEK)
Currency
Krona (1873-date)
Composition
Iron
Weight
6.95 g
Diameter
27 mm
Thickness
1.75 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1984
Number
N# 5987
References
KM# 812, Schön# 42
Obverse
Crowned double monogram of King Gustaf V of Sweden divides date and the King's motto around the rim.
Lettering:
MED FOLKET FÖR FOSTERLANDET
19 GGV 42
Translation:
With the People for the Motherland
19 GGV 42
Reverse
The three crowns of Sweden divide the value in letters at the base of the lower crown and the value in number and below the mintmark of Stockholm mint above the crowns.
Lettering:
5
FEM ÖRE
Translation:
5
Five Öre
Edge
Smooth
Mint
Sporrong & Co., Stockholm, Sweden
Comments
Coins in iron minted to replace those in bronze, due to metal shortages during and after World War II.
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