10 Kroner - Margrethe II (4th portrait; The Shadow) 2006 front 10 Kroner - Margrethe II (4th portrait; The Shadow) 2006 back
10 Kroner - Margrethe II (4th portrait; The Shadow) 2006 photo
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10 Kroner - Margrethe II 4th portrait; The Shadow

2006 year
Aluminium bronze 7 g 23.35 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
Queen
Margrethe II (1972-2024)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2006
Value
10 Kroner 10 DKK = USD 1.48
Currency
Krone (1873-date)
Composition
Aluminium bronze
Weight
7 g
Diameter
23.35 mm
Thickness
2.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#14606
Rarity index
19%

Reverse

At the center is a picture of the symmetrical figure "Skyggen" (The Shadow).
text can be found around the edg of the top half of the coin,
along with the denomination of the coin at the bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
H.C. ANDERSEN 1805-2005
10 KRONER

Engraver: Bjørn Nørregård

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, "The Shadow," which was created by the Danish artist, Per Kirkeby. The design depicts Queen Margrethe II in a shadowy figure, with her face partially obscured by a crown. This design was chosen to symbolize the Queen's role as a symbol of the state and the shadow she casts over the country. It's a unique and artistic take on a commemorative coin, making it stand out from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2006  1200000 - - - - - -

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