Obverse: The obverse features the profile of Queen Margrethe II of Denmark. Surrounding her are the words “MARGRETHE II DANMARKS DRONNING” (meaning Margrethe II, Queen of Denmark). Below is the year of issue “2005.”
Reverse: A mermaid from Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale is depicted. Above is the author’s name and surname along with the years “H. C. ANDERSEN 1805-2005.” Below is the denomination “10 KRONER.”
About the Coin: This silver 10 kroner coin commemorates the 200th birthday of the famous Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen. Hans Christian Andersen gained worldwide fame for his "Fairy Tales, Told for Children." His most famous works include "The Princess and the Pea," "The Snow Queen," "The Ugly Duckling," and "The Emperor's New Clothes."
