50 Banica Pattern; Zinc
1941 year| Zinc | 2.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Independent State of Croatia (Yugoslavia) |
|---|---|
| Poglavnik | Ante Pavelić (1941-1945) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1941 |
| Value | 50 Banica (0.50) |
| Currency | (Old) Kuna (1941-1945) |
| Composition | Zinc |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 9 July 1945 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#262370 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The face value (50) is in the central part of the coin. A wreath with 3 leaves and 11 plums in total is alongside the top edge, while BANICA is written alongside the bottom edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
50
BANICA
Translation: 50 Banica
Engraver: Teodor Krivak
Designer: Ivo Kerdić
Comment
Weight of the coin is between 2 and 2.6 grams and the diameter is between 18 and 19 millimeters.Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Banica coin was designed by the Croatian artist, Ivan Meštrović, who was also a sculptor and architect. He was known for his work in the early 20th century and was commissioned to design the coin during the time of the Independent State of Croatia. The coin features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage and history.
