½ Krone - Christian IV Open crown; standing King type
1624 year| Silver (.859) | 9.25 g | 30.6 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1624 |
| Value | ½ Krone (⅜) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Silver (.859) |
| Weight | 9.25 g |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#197665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
High crown over R.F.P. Date above crown, with numbers divided by crown's points; all within pearled circle.
Legend outside around rim, with mintmark at the beginning.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORVEG • VANDALO • GOTORU • Q • REX ☘
• 1 • 6 • Z • 4 •
• R • F • P • (= REGNA FIRMAT PIETAS)
Translation:
King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Piety strengthens the realms
Interesting fact
The ½ Krone coin from Denmark featuring Christian IV (Open crown; standing King type) has a unique feature - it was made with a unique blend of silver, specifically .859 silver. This means that the coin contains 85.9% silver, which was a common practice in coinage during that time period. The use of a higher percentage of silver in coins was a way to ensure that the coin had a higher value and was more durable than coins made with lower quality metals. This coin is a great example of the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into coin production during the time of Christian IV's reign.
