1909 Sweden Small Cross 5 Öre – NGC MS65 BN – Near Top Population

1909 Sweden Small Cross 5 Öre – NGC MS65 Brown

Acquire an exceptional example of early 20th-century Swedish coinage with this 1909 Small Cross 5 Öre, certified NGC MS65 Brown. Struck during the reign of King Gustaf V, this scarce bronze issue represents one of Sweden's classic circulating coin types and is highly sought after in premium Mint State grades.

This coin features the desirable Small Cross variety, an important distinction recognized by collectors of Swedish numismatics. Certified MS65 Brown by NGC, it displays outstanding preservation, strong original detail, and attractive surfaces more than a century after it was struck.

With only 5 examples certified in MS65 Brown and just 1 graded finer by NGC, this coin ranks among the finest certified survivors, making it an excellent opportunity for collectors seeking high-grade Scandinavian coinage.

Coin Specifications

• Country: Sweden
• Year: 1909
• Denomination: 5 Öre
• Variety: Small Cross
• Metal: Bronze
• Grade: NGC MS65 Brown (MS65 BN)
• Label: NGC Standard Brown
• NGC Population: 5 in MS65 BN
• Higher Grades: Only 1

Design Details

Obverse:

• Portrait of King Gustaf V
• Royal legend identifying the Swedish monarch

Reverse:

• Crowned denomination 5 Öre
• Date below
• Small Cross variety
• Traditional Swedish royal design elements

Historical Background

King Gustaf V ruled Sweden from 1907 to 1950, overseeing the nation through a period of industrial growth, social reform, and both World Wars while maintaining Sweden's neutrality. Bronze 5 Öre coins were an important part of everyday commerce and circulated widely throughout the kingdom.

Today, the Small Cross variety is recognized as a collectible subtype, with high-grade Mint State examples becoming increasingly difficult to locate due to extensive circulation and the passage of time.

Why Collect This Coin?

• Certified NGC MS65 Brown
• Desirable Small Cross variety
• Struck during the reign of King Gustaf V
• Over 115 years old
• Only 5 examples graded MS65 BN by NGC
• Just 1 finer certified
• Outstanding addition to:
  • Swedish coin collections
  • Scandinavian coin collections
  • High-grade world coin collections
  • NGC Registry collections