1874 in Iceland
# 1874 in Iceland

Events in the year 1874 in Iceland.

## Incumbents

* Monarch: Christian IX
* Minister for Iceland: Christian Sophus Klein

## Events

* 5 January − The post of Minister for Iceland is established with Christian Sophus Klein being the first minister.
* The Danish krone was introduced to Iceland, replacing the earlier Danish currency, the rigsdaler.
* Denmark grants Iceland a constitution and limited home rule.
* Freedom of Religion is introduced in Iceland.
* Ísafold newspaper is founded.
* Reykjavik Women's Gymnasium is established.
* Þjóðhátíð is held for the first time.
