1 Króna (Magnetic) 1989-2011 front 1 Króna (Magnetic) 1989-2011 back
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1 Króna Magnetic

 
Nickel plated steel 4.00 g 21.50 mm
Description
Issuer
Iceland
Period
Republic (1944-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1989-2011
Value
1 Króna 1 ISK = USD 0.0074
Currency
New króna (1980-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
4.00 g
Diameter
21.50 mm
Thickness
1.70 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#1549
Rarity index
4%

Reverse

Face value above a Codfish (Gadus morhua).

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1 KR

Translation: 1 Króna

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Króna (Magnetic) coin from Iceland, issued between 1989 and 2011, has a unique feature - it is magnetic. This is due to the nickel plating on the steel core, which gives the coin its distinctive magnetic properties. This feature was incorporated to make it easier for people to distinguish the coin from other coins in circulation, particularly for those with visual impairments.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  5000000 - - - - - -
1991  5180000 - - - - - -
1992  5000000 - - - - - -
1994  5000000 - - - - - -
1996  6000000 - - - - - -
1999  10000000 - - - - - -
2000  10000 - - - - - -
2003  5144000 - - - - - -
2005  5000000 - - - - - -
2006  10000000 - - - - - -
2007  10000000 - - - - - -
2011  5000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Króna (Magnetic) 1989-2011 coin.