When I first received a 20-krone1 coin as change in Oslo, its intricate Viking ship design made me question: What exactly do we call these monetary artworks?
Norwegian coins are officially called "krone" (plural: kroner), divided into 1, 5, 10, and 20 kroner denominations. The word "krone" means "crown" in Norwegian, reflecting the nation's historical monarchy ties.
Let me show you how these small metal discs reveal Norway's cultural identity through their evolving designs and practical usage.
What is the official coin of Norway?
The Norwegian krone stands as the nation's sole legal tender since 1875, replacing the speciedaler system.
Norway's official coins are minted by the Royal Norwegian Mint2 (Det Norske Myntverket), featuring current denominations of 1, 5, 10, and 20 kroner. All coins display King Harald V's profile on the obverse since 2017.
Desain Timeline Evolusi
| Tahun | Major Change | Fitur Utama |
|---|---|---|
| 1875 | First krone coins | Pure silver composition |
| 1963 | Introduction of 5 kroner | Depicting Stave church roof |
| 1994 | Security grooves added | Anti-counterfeiting measures |
| 2022 | New 20 kroner design | Glowing northern lights effect |
The 10 kroner coin's Viking longship pattern serves dual purposes - celebrating maritime heritage while providing tactile identification for visually impaired users. I've handled hundreds through our corporate orders and can confirm their distinct edge notching.
What currency is used in Norway?
Norwegia mempertahankan kemandirian moneter meskipun dekat dengan UE, sebuah fakta yang saya pelajari saat bernegosiasi dengan klien Skandinavia.
Norwegia menggunakan krone (NOK) sebagai mata uang resminya, bukan mengadopsi Euro. Uang kertas berkisar antara 50-1000 kroner, sedangkan koin berkisar 1-20 kroner. 100 øre sama dengan 1 krone, meskipun koin øre dihentikan pada tahun 2012.
Currency Stability Factors
- Dukungan dana minyak
- Kebijakan bank sentral yang independen
- Sistem nilai tukar mengambang
- Perekonomian yang didorong oleh ekspor
Selama pameran perdagangan Oslo tahun 2023, saya mengamati pedagang menolak Euro meskipun ada banyak wisatawan. Hal ini mencerminkan pendirian kedaulatan mata uang Norwegia yang kuat - sesuatu yang kami hormati saat membuat koin peringatan denominasi ganda untuk klien Norwegia.
What coin is NOK?
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NOK is the ISO 4217 code for Norwegian krone. It represents all Norwegian currency units, both coins (1-20 kr) and banknotes (50-1000 kr). 1 USD ≈ 10.5 NOK (July 2024).
Physical vs Digital NOK
| Format | Examples | Usage % |
|---|---|---|
| Fisik | Coins, banknotes | 19% |
| Digital | MobilePay, BankAxept | 81% |
Our factory produces NFC-enabled commemorative coins that bridge both worlds. These hybrid pieces contain digital authentication chips while maintaining legal tender dimensions - a solution requested by Oslo's Numismatic Society last March.
Koin apa saja yang beredar di Norwegia?
Modern Norwegian coinage balances tradition with innovation, as I witnessed during a central bank tour.
Current circulating Norwegian coins (2024) include: 1 kr (copper), 5 kr (yellow), 10 kr (bronze), 20 kr (bimetallic). All feature the monarch's profile and national symbols on reverse sides.
Spesifikasi Teknis
| Denominasi | Berat | Diameter | Bahan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 krone | 4.35g | 21mm | Cupronickel |
| 5 kroner | 7,85 gram | 26mm | Emas Nordik |
| NOK 10 | 6.8g | 24mm | Perunggu |
| NOK 20 | 9.9g | 27.5mm | Bimetalik |
Konstruksi bi-metalik 20 kroner (bagian tengah kuningan + cincin tembaga) menghadirkan tantangan produksi yang telah kami kuasai melalui teknologi pelapisan ganda kami. Keahlian ini memungkinkan terciptanya replika berkualitas museum dengan bobot dan nuansa yang sama.
Precision Craftsmanship for Collectors & Pendidik
Setelah memeriksa warisan koin Norwegia, banyak klien bertanya bagaimana cara mendapatkan replika asli untuk tujuan pendidikan.
INIMAKER® memproduksi replika koin Norwegia tingkat museum dengan presisi 0,01 mm, ideal untuk studi numismatik atau pameran sejarah. ColorLock™ kami yang telah dipatenkan memastikan retensi warna 10+ tahun.
Opsi Kustomisasi
- Pilihan materi: Paduan seng (standar), kuningan (premium), perak 0,999 (mewah)
- Selesai: Patina antik, pencerminan seperti bukti, pelapisan emas selektif
- Fitur pendidikan:
- Cutaway sections showing layered construction
- QR codes linking to historical data
- Magnetic cores for demonstration purposes
Last month, we shipped 500 Viking-era coin replicas to Bergen University's archaeology department. Each piece included:
- XRF certification of material composition
- Scale-accurate edge lettering
- Interactive 3D model access
Kesimpulan
Norway's coins blend artistic heritage with technical innovation. From circulation pieces to special editions, each krone tells a national story through meticulous craftsmanship - a philosophy we embody in every custom commission.
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Explore the rich history and cultural significance of the krone, Norway's official currency, to understand its role in the nation's identity. ↩
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Discover how the Royal Norwegian Mint shapes Norway's currency, ensuring quality and tradition in coin production. ↩
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Learn about NOK, the ISO code for the Norwegian krone, and its importance in international finance and trade. ↩
