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500 Krónur Jón Sigurðsson
1961 year| Gold (.900) | 8.9604 g | 23.00 mm |
| Issuer | Iceland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1944-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1961 |
| Value | 500 Krónur (500 ISJ) |
| Currency | Old króna (1885-1980) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 8.9604 g |
| Diameter | 23.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#77561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Portrait of Jón Sigurðsson facing to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JÓN SIGURÐSSON
1811 · 17. JÚNI · 1961
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Jón Sigurðsson was the leader of the Icelandic independence activistInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Krónur (Jón Sigurðsson) 1961 coin from Iceland is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Jón Sigurðsson, a prominent Icelandic statesman and independence activist, while the reverse side features an image of the Icelandic flag and a stylized representation of the country's landscape. The coin's design was created by the renowned Icelandic artist, Ásgrímur Jónsson, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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