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5 Krónur
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 4 g | 20.75 mm |
| Issuer | Iceland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1944-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1969-1980 |
| Value | 5 Krónur (5 ISJ) |
| Currency | Old króna (1885-1980) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 20.75 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#2804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Face value at the center and leaves of pubescent birch (Betula pubescens, only endemic tree of Iceland), to left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ÍSLAND
5
KRÓNUR
Translation: Iceland
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Krónur coin from Iceland, made of Copper-nickel, has a unique feature. It is one of the few coins in the world that has a distinctive "ring" when dropped on a hard surface, due to its unique metal composition and weight. This feature has made it a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1971 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 1100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 1500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 4672000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Krónur 1969-1980 coin.
