Old Kuna (1941-1945) Coin List
The Old Kuna was the official currency of the Independent State of Croatia during World War II, from 1941 to 1945. This turbulent period in Croatian history saw the introduction of a new monetary unit that reflected the complex political and economic circumstances of the time.
Introduction and characteristics of the Old Kuna
The Old Kuna was introduced on July 26, 1941, replacing the Yugoslav dinar at a rate of 1 kuna to 20 dinars. The name "kuna" is derived from the sable, an animal whose skins were historically used as a medium of exchange in the region. The monetary system was divided into 100 banicas per kuna. Coins were minted in denominations of 1, 2, 5 and 10 banicas, as well as 1, 2 and 5 kunas. These pieces were produced mainly in zinc, with some issues in bronze and aluminum. The coins featured Croatian national motifs, including the coat of arms of the Independent State of Croatia and historical figures such as King Zvonimir.
Historical context and legacy
The Old Kuna was a wartime coin, subject to significant inflation due to the economic policies of the Ustaša regime and the pressures of occupation. As the war progressed, the value of the kuna deteriorated rapidly, leading to the issuance of high denomination banknotes. After the defeat of the Independent State of Croatia in 1945, the Old Kuna was replaced by the Yugoslav dinar of the new communist government. Despite its short existence, the Old Kuna represents a fascinating chapter in Croatia's numismatic history, serving as a tangible testimony to a tumultuous period. Coins from this era are now objects of interest to collectors and historians, offering a unique window into Croatia's complex history during World War II.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Old Kuna (1941-1945) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coins of Croatia according to historical period
For ease of organization, the coins have been arranged according to their historical period, both current and old Croatia coins are classified by their numismatic historical categories according to their issues.
Republic of Ragusa 1294-1803 Zara City 1807-1813 Old Kuna 1941-1945 Kuna 1994-2022 Euro 2023-?Coin Catalog
Croacia | 1 kuna
Croacia | 2 kuna
Croacia | 500 kuna (Ante Pavelić)
Croacia | 500 kuna (Reaper Woman)
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