50 Krónur 1970-1980 front 50 Krónur 1970-1980 back
50 Krónur 1970-1980 photo
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50 Krónur

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 12.5 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Iceland
Period
Republic (1944-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1970-1980
Value
50 Krónur (50&nbspISJ)
Currency
Old króna (1885-1980)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
12.5 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#4207
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Face value at the center, country name, and denomination in top and low.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ÍSLAND
50
KRÓNUR

Translation: Iceland

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 50 Krónur coin from Iceland, produced between 1970 and 1980, has a unique feature. It is made of a Copper-nickel alloy, consisting of 75% Copper and 25% Nickel, which gives it a distinctive color and durability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1970  800000 - - - - - -
1971  500000 - - - - - -
1973  50000 - - - - - -
1974  200000 - - - - - -
1975  500000 - - - - - -
1976  500000 - - - - - -
1977  200000 - - - - - -
1978  2040000 - - - - - -
1980  15000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Krónur 1970-1980 coin.