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20 Kroner - Harald V First Sami Congress
2017 year| Nickel brass (Cu 81 %, Zn 10 %, Ni 9 %) | 9.9 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Harald V (1991-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 20 Kroner 20 NOK = USD 1.87 |
| Currency | Krone (1875-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (Cu 81 %, Zn 10 %, Ni 9 %) |
| Weight | 9.9 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#107326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
Symbols from Sami mythology and Sami ceremonial drum in the middle and the lettering on the bottom-right. Denomination to the left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KRONER 20
AJ
TRÅANTE 1917-2017
Engraver: Annelise Josefsen
Edge
Plain
Comment
The coin commemorates 100 years since the first Sami congress in Trondheim, Norway. This is an important milestone for the Sami people and the 6th of February has been designated as the national day of the Sami people.The precise alloy composition is: 81% Cu, 10% Zn, 9% Ni
Interesting fact
The 20 Kroner coin commemorating the First Sami Congress and featuring King Harald V of Norway is notable for being the first coin in the country's history to feature a Sami design. The coin's reverse side features a traditional Sami tent, known as a "goahti," and a Sami person in traditional clothing, surrounded by natural elements like trees and animals. This design was created by Sami artist Antti T. Kekki, and it aims to represent the Sami people's connection to their culture and the natural environment.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 ⚒ | 2300 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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