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50 Krónur
| Nickel brass (70% Copper, 24.5% Zinc, 5.5% Nickel) | 8.25 g | 23.00 mm |
| Issuer | Iceland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1944-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1987-2005 |
| Value | 50 Krónur 50 ISK = USD 0.37 |
| Currency | New króna (1980-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (70% Copper, 24.5% Zinc, 5.5% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8.25 g |
| Diameter | 23.00 mm |
| Thickness | 2.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1550 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Face value below a Crab (Carcinus maenas).
Script: Latin
Lettering: 50 KR
Translation: 50 Krónur
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Krónur coin from Iceland made of Nickel brass has a unique feature. It is one of the few coins in the world that has a hole in the center. The hole is 4mm in diameter and is positioned at the 12 o'clock position. This feature was added to the coin to make it easily identifiable for the visually impaired.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2001 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2005 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Krónur 1987-2005 coin.
