© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
2 Kune Pattern; Nickel
1941 year| Nickel | 4.9 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Independent State of Croatia (Yugoslavia) |
|---|---|
| Poglavnik | Ante Pavelić (1941-1945) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1941 |
| Value | 2 Kune |
| Currency | (Old) Kuna (1941-1945) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.9 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 9 July 1945 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#165073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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. Two European pine martens running left are in the central part of the coin, while the face value of the coin (2) is placed on top of the European pine martens.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2
Engraver: Teodor Krivak
Designer: Ivo Kerdić
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Kune coin from the 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. The coin's design features a stylized image of a Croatian peasant, which was meant to symbolize the country's rural heritage and its connection to the land. The coin's design was meant to be a departure from the more traditional coin designs that featured monarchs or other high-ranking officials, and was intended to reflect the country's newfound independence and identity.
