© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.
1 Koruna (Trial Strike) ND
| Gold | 21.87 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Czechoslovakia |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Value | 1 Koruna |
| Currency | Koruna (1945-1953) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 21.87 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#427281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Kneeling woman with sheaf and sickle. Value 1 on the left, lindon sprout below, signature O.Španiel at the bottom.
Script: Latin
Designer: Otakar Španiel
Comment
Golden trial strike of 1 Koruna 1922. It was probably minted in the period 1945 - 53 as presents for officials of the state and political party. Later it was ordered to melt down and submit to central bank reserves.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Koruna (Trial Strike) ND from Czechoslovakia made of Gold weighing 21.87 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It was minted in the early 20th century as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a test run to evaluate the design and production process. As a result, it is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
