5 Kronor (Gustaf VI Adolf)

Sweden · 1973

A silver-colored base metal coin from Sweden featuring the portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf on the obverse and the national coat of arms and royal motto on the reverse.

Country: Sweden
Year: 1973
Denomination: 5 Kronor
Metal: Copper-nickel

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Overview

A silver-colored base metal coin from Sweden featuring the portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf on the obverse and the national coat of arms and royal motto on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during the reign of King Gustaf VI Adolf of Sweden, this coin represents the everyday circulating currency of Sweden in the early 1970s, shortly before his death in 1973.

Obverse (front)

Portrait of King Gustaf VI Adolf facing left, surrounded by the legend 'SVERIGES KONUNG GUSTAF VI ADOLF'.

Reverse (back)

The lesser coat of arms of Sweden surmounted by a royal crown, flanked by the denomination value '5' and 'KR', with the royal motto 'PLIKTEN FRAMFÖR ALLT' around the rim and the date '1973' at the top.

Estimated value

$1 - $5 in circulated condition; uncirculated pieces may fetch slightly more.

What drives this coin's value

Overall grade, presence of original mint luster, and lack of corrosion or heavy scratches.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated to Mint State (AU/MS) with minor bag marks typical of circulating coinage.

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions were produced for general circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to its low face value and copper-nickel composition, counterfeiting is extremely rare. Standard weight and dimension checks are sufficient.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard business strike with no major rare errors reported for this specific year.

Similar coins

Other Swedish 1, 2, or 5 Kronor coins from the mid-20th century.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place in a standard coin flip or album. Avoid harsh cleaning or polishing, as this destroys original mint luster and reduces numismatic value.