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The Biblical Translator, Notes From The Land Of Vikings: 50 Kronur (Iceland, 1961)-Reference

Updated: Apr 12

This large Icelandic banknote represents the 2nd denomination of New Króna (Series 1981-86, Printed 1961). The observe features an illustration of Bishop Guthbrandur Thorláksson, publisher of the Guðbrand's Bible, the first Islandic language bible. The reverse depicts men operating a printing press, backed by text from the Guðbrand's Bible. Notably this banknote was printed in 1961, but was issued in 1981. (Note Size: 135 x 70 mm or 5.31 x 2.76 in)


Observe

50 Kronur (Iceland, 1961)-Observe: Features an illustration of Bishop Guthbrandur Thorláksson, publisher of the Guðbrand's Bible, the first Islandic language bible.

Reverse

50 Kronur (Iceland, 1961)-Reverse: Depicts men operating a printing press, backed by text from the Guðbrand's Bible.

1981 New Krona Gallery

(Gallery features the Series 1981-86 New Krona, will be updated in the future)

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