1 Kuna (Croatian text; 5th anniversary of Kuna) 1999 front 1 Kuna (Croatian text; 5th anniversary of Kuna) 1999 back
1 Kuna (Croatian text; 5th anniversary of Kuna) 1999 photo
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1 Kuna Croatian text; 5th anniversary of Kuna

1999 year
Nickel brass (65% Copper, 23.2% Zinc, 11.8% Nickel) 5 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Croatia
Period
Republic (1991-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1999
Value
1 Kuna (1&nbspHRK)
Currency
Kuna (1994-2022)
Composition
Nickel brass (65% Copper, 23.2% Zinc, 11.8% Nickel)
Weight
5 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
15 January 2023
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#10305
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

A nightingale facing left in the center and the name of the bird along the edge and the date in the middle of the lower edge along with the engraver's signature by the nightingale's foot

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SLAVUJ
1994.
KK
1999.

Translation: Nightingale

Engraver: Kuzma Kovačić

Edge

Reeded (86 grooves)

Comment

The engraver of the coin, Kuzma Kovačić, was a distinguished Croatian academic sculptor.

Year of minting-in circulation from:
1999.-28.5.1999.

Interesting fact

The 1 Kuna coin from Croatia, issued in 1999 to commemorate the 5th anniversary of Kuna, features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a stylized image of a traditional Croatian folk costume, while the reverse side bears the coat of arms of Croatia and the inscription "5th Anniversary of Kuna." This coin is made of Nickel brass, a durable alloy composed of 65% Copper, 23.2% Zinc, and 11.8% Nickel, and weighs 5 grams. Its unique design and composition make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Croatian culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1999  2000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Kuna (Croatian text; 5th anniversary of Kuna) 1999 coin.