Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
2 Krónur - Christian X
| Aluminium bronze | 9.5 g | 28.00 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Iceland (Iceland) |
|---|---|
| King | Christian X (1918-1944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1925-1940 |
| Value | 2 Krónur (2 ISJ) |
| Currency | Old króna (1885-1980) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 9.5 g |
| Diameter | 28.00 mm |
| Thickness | 2.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#6021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Face value at the center, with ornaments to left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ÍSLAND
2
KRÓNUR
Translation: Iceland
Edge
Milled
Comment
KM#4.1 : with mint letters (struck in Denmark)KM#4.2 : without mint letters (struck in United Kingdom)
Mintmaster's initials
HCN: Hans Christian Nielsen (1922 - 1925)
N: Niels Peter Nielsen (1929 - 1940)
Moneyer's initials
GJ: Knud Gunnar Jensen (1922 - 1933)
Interesting fact
The 2 Krónur coin from the Kingdom of Iceland, featuring Christian X, has an interesting feature - it has a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's obverse (front) side features a portrait of King Christian X, while the reverse (back) side features an image of a Viking warrior. This design was chosen to symbolize Iceland's rich history and cultural heritage, specifically its Viking roots. This coin is a great example of how currency can serve as a representation of a nation's identity and history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1925 HCN; GJ | 126900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 N; GJ | 77087 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 546000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Krónur - Christian X 1925-1940 coin.
