10 Kuna Pattern; Zinc
1943 year| Zinc | 5.4 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Independent State of Croatia (Yugoslavia) |
|---|---|
| Poglavnik | Ante Pavelić (1941-1945) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1943 |
| Value | 10 Kuna |
| Currency | (Old) Kuna (1941-1945) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 5.4 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 9 July 1945 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#264630 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A wreath of wheat is alongside the whole edge of the coin, while the old Croatian coat of arms is at the bottom of the coin. The face value of the coin (10) is in the central part, while kuNA is written underneath. On the left side of the number 1, there are letters IK, standing as the initials of the designer, Ivo Kerdić.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IK 10
kuNA
Translation:
IK
10 Kuna
Engraver: Teodor Krivak
Designer: Ivo Kerdić
Comment
This coin is considered to be a replica.Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Kuna coin from Independent State of Croatia (Yugoslavia) was designed by the Croatian artist, Ivan Meštrović. Meštrović was a renowned sculptor and artist who was known for his work in various mediums, including coins. He designed several coins for the Independent State of Croatia during World War II, and his designs were often inspired by Croatian history and culture. The Pattern 10 Kuna coin features a unique design that showcases Meštrović's artistic style and skill.