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1 Króna “Flotkróna”
| Aluminium-magnesium (98% Aluminium, 2% Magnesium) | 0.61 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Iceland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1944-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1976-1980 |
| Value | 1 Króna (1 ISJ) |
| Currency | Old króna (1885-1980) |
| Composition | Aluminium-magnesium (98% Aluminium, 2% Magnesium) |
| Weight | 0.61 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1302 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Face value at the center and leaves of pubescent birch (Betula pubescens, only endemic tree of Iceland), to left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ÍSLAND
1
KRÓNA
Translation: Iceland
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Though the SCWC gives mass as 0.57 g, direct measurements and official mint reports indicate that 0.61 g reflects the mass better.In Iceland it is often called “flotkróna” or “floating krona” in English. This is because it is rumored to be so light that it floats on water.
Interesting fact
The 1 Króna “Flotkróna” coin from Iceland has a unique design feature - it has a hole in the center, which was introduced to prevent the coin from getting stuck in vending machines.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 13000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Króna “Flotkróna” 1976-1980 coin.
