5 øre (World War II Danish coin)
Denmark | |
| Value | 5 Danish øre |
|---|---|
| Mass | 2.4-6.4 g |
| Diameter | 22-27 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Composition | 100% Al (1941) 100% Zn (1942-1945) |
| Years of minting | 1941-1945 |
| Obverse | |
| Design | Crowned monogram of Christian X Lettering: KONGE AF DANMARK 1941 CX |
| Reverse | |
| Design | Denomination with oak and beech leaves Lettering: 5 ORE |
The 5 øre coin was made during the German occupation of Denmark. It was first minted in aluminium in 1941, and then from 1942 to 1945 in zinc. The aluminium 5 øre is similar to the zinc variety, although the latter is a little smaller in diameter and heavier in weight.