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1 Eyrir - Christian X
| Bronze | 1.6 g | 15.00 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Iceland (Iceland) |
|---|---|
| King | Christian X (1918-1944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1926-1942 |
| Value | 1 Eyrir (0.01 ISJ) |
| Currency | Old króna (1885-1980) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 15.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#16025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Face value at the center, with ornaments to left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ÍSLAND
1
EYRIR
Edge
Plain
Comment
KM#5.1 : with mint letters (struck in Denmark)
KM#5.2 : without mint letters (struck in United Kingdom)
Mintmaster's initials
HCN : Hans Christian Nielsen (1922 - 1925)
N : Niels Peter Nielsen (1929 - 1940)
Moneyer's initials
GJ : Knud Gunnar Jensen (1922 - 1933)
Interesting fact
The 1 Eyrir coin from the Kingdom of Iceland, featuring Christian X, has an interesting feature - it has a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Christian X, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a Viking warrior, which is a nod to Iceland's rich Viking history. This design choice was made to symbolize the country's cultural heritage and its connection to the Viking era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926 HCN; GJ | 405161 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 N; GJ | 462371 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1937 N; GJ | 210560 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1938 N; GJ | 278700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 N; GJ | 305000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1942 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Eyrir - Christian X 1926-1942 coin.