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10 Kroner - Margrethe II 4th portrait; Ugly Duckling
2005 year| Aluminium bronze | 7 g | 23.35 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| Queen | Margrethe II (1972-2024) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2005 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#10404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
A full-grown swan reflected in the lake at Bregentved Gods.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
H.C. ANDERSEN 1805-2005
10 KRONER
Engraver: Pauli Olsen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Kroner coin featuring Margrethe II's 4th portrait, also known as the "Ugly Duckling" coin, was minted in 2005 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Hans Christian Andersen's birth. It is made of aluminum bronze and weighs 7 grams. Interestingly, the coin's design features a depiction of Andersen's famous story, "The Ugly Duckling," on the reverse side, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Margrethe II. This coin is a unique and collectible item that not only honors the Danish monarch but also celebrates the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Kroner - Margrethe II (4th portrait; Ugly Duckling) 2005 coin.
