Norway · 1986 · 10 kronerThis 10-kroner coin in nickel-brass from 1986 is part of the standard series issued under the reign of Olav V. The year 1986 is marked by Norway's economic prosperity, fueled by the oil of the North Sea. The coin symbolizes the continuity of the monarchy and the national order of honor at a time when the country, a member of NATO, is asserting itself as a major energy power in Europe.
Bust of King Olav V facing left, with the legend: « OLAV · V · NORGES · KONGE » (Olav V King of Norway). The engraver's initials (Ø. H. for Øivind Hansen) are located under the neck.
The face value « 10 KR. » is inscribed in the centre, surrounded by the chain of the Order of St. Olaf. The date « 19 86 » is divided by a link in the chain, accompanied by the mint mark (crossed hammers) and the initial of the Master of the Mint (K).
Actual size compared with the 2 € and 1 € coins. Thickness: 2.8 mm.
1969Norway 5 kroner 1969
1973Norway 5 øre 1973
1975Norway 5 kroner 1975 (100th anniversary of the Krone system) set
1975Norway 5 kroner 1975, 150th anniversary of emigration to America set
1975Norway 25-øre 1975 AB
1976Norway 5 kroner 1976
1978Norway 10-øre 1978 AB
1978Norway 5 kroner 1978 (350th anniversary of the Norwegian Army)
