© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
¼ Portugaloser - Christian IV
1602 year| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1602 |
| Value | ¼ Portugaloser (5) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Seven arms around arms in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX SCHLES HOLS STOR TIT COM IN OLDE ET DEI
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the ¼ Portugaloser - Christian IV 1602 coin from Denmark made of Gold is that it features a unique blend of Christian and Renaissance imagery on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of King Christian IV, while the reverse side features an image of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by intricate floral patterns and motifs. This blending of religious and cultural elements reflects the complex cultural and political landscape of Denmark during the early 17th century.
