© Kjetil Kvist
© Kjetil Kvist
20 Kroner - Haakon VII Trial strike
1909 year| Gold plated copper | 4.85 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Haakon VII (1905-1957) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1909 |
| Value | 20 Kroner 20 NOK = USD 1.87 |
| Currency | Krone (1875-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper |
| Weight | 4.85 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#399671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Depiction of king Olav the holy holding an axe and a cross, surrounded by the inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OL·AV·DEN HEL·L·IGE
· 20 KRONER ·
Translation: Olav the holy.
Designer: Henrik Bull
Interesting fact
The Pattern 20 Kroner - Haakon VII (Trial strike) 1909 from Norway is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a test run to evaluate the design and production process. As a result, it is considered a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
