Up for sale is a beautiful, highly symbolic 1941 Faroe Islands 3-Coin Emergency Set (1, 5, and 10 Øre) struck during the height of World War II. Minted under unique historical circumstances by the Royal Mint in London, these coins were issued following the British occupation of the islands to prevent a German invasion after the fall of Denmark. Because they were struck in London rather than Copenhagen, these scarce issues are distinguished by the complete absence of the traditional Danish heart mintmark. Coin Specifications: - Country: Faroe Islands (Danish State under British Occupation)
- Year: 1941
- Denominations: 1 Øre, 5 Øre, and 10 Øre
- Finish: Circulation Issue (Emergency Strike)
- Composition:
- 1 & 5 Øre: Bronze (95.5% Copper, 3% Tin, 1.5% Zinc)
- 10 Øre: Copper-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
- Weight & Diameter:
- 1 Øre: 1.90 grams / 16.0 mm
- 5 Øre: 7.60 grams / 27.0 mm
- 10 Øre: 3.01 grams / 17.5 mm
- Shape: Round with a distinctive center hole
- Catalog References: KM# 1 (1 Øre), KM# 3 (5 Øre), KM# 4 (10 Øre)
Design Details: - Obverse Side (1 & 5 Øre) / Reverse Side (10 Øre): Features the large, elegantly crowned royal monogram of King Christian X of Denmark ("CX") dividing the "19" and "41" date.
- Reverse Side (1 & 5 Øre) / Obverse Side (10 Øre): Boldly inscribed with "KONGE AF DANMARK" (King of Denmark) wrapped around the central hole, anchored by traditional scrollwork patterns.
Condition & Authenticity: - Grade: Extra Fine / About Uncirculated (XF/AU) condition. The coins exhibit remarkably sharp design details, strong crisp lettering, and minimal wear on the high points of the royal crowns, retaining much of their historic surface quality.
- Photos: Please review the high-resolution images provided to judge the exact condition, original toning, and surface quality for yourself. The items pictured are the exact coins you will receive.
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