1 Koruna (Iron trial strike) 1942 front 1 Koruna (Iron trial strike) 1942 back
1 Koruna (Iron trial strike) 1942 photo
© H. D. Rauch

1 Koruna Iron trial strike

1942 year
Iron - 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Slovakia
Period
Republic (1939-1945)
Type
Pattern
Year
1942
Value
1 Koruna
Currency
Koruna (1939-1945)
Composition
Iron
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#371719
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Two wheat stalks and two fir tree twigs with cones tied with a ribbon below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
Ks
Kr

Engraver: Gejza Angyal

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Koruna (Iron trial strike) 1942 from Slovakia made of Iron is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike during World War II, and its iron composition was a result of the wartime shortage of traditional metals like copper and silver. This coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.