The Croatian Kuna is the official currency of Croatia, introduced in 1994. It is abbreviated as HRK and is subdivided into 100 lipa. The kuna's name is derived from the word for "marten," a fur-bearing animal that was historically used in trade. The currency features various designs, including images of notable Croatian figures and landmarks. The kuna is used for everyday transactions in Croatia, and its value is influenced by economic factors such as inflation and exchange rates against other currencies like the Euro.