In the same week that Estonia’s ministry of finance announced that the country had completed its application to join the eurozone, the Bank of Estonia released the newest — and perhaps the last — Estonian kroon coin. The silver coin was issued to commemorate the Vancouver Winter Olympics and carries a nominal denomination of 10 kroons.
The eye-catching design is meant to depict “a dynamic stylised image of racing cross-country skiers.” While you may or may not be able to discern the skiers in the rather abstract image, what you will see on the coin is the word “krooni” for perhaps the last time. And its probable status as the last kroon-denominated coin to be minted by Estonia should greatly enhance its collectible value.
Interested in picking one up for your collection? Notwithstanding its modest face value, it’s made of real silver, so it will cost you 350 kroons. Information on how to order the coin is here.
