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Description:
Obverse
Figure seated on a throne, a torch in the hand.
Reverse
The four traditional protector spirits ("Landvættir") of Iceland, separated by a cross that defines their domain : Griðungur the bull in South-West, Gammur the eagle in North-West, Dreki the dragon in North-East and Bergrisi the giant in South-East. They are surrounded by runes.
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