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½ Sølvgylden - Christian III Flensborg
1547 year| Silver (.890) | 14.11 g | 35.8 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian III (1534-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1547 |
| Value | ½ Gulden |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Silver (.890) |
| Weight | 14.11 g |
| Diameter | 35.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#153862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned grater arms with inescutcheon inside beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MO • DVCATV • SLESVICE • Z • HOLSA •
Translation: Coin for the Duchy of Schleswig and Holstein
Interesting fact
The ½ Sølvgylden coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian III in 1547, features an interesting design element - a small image of a crown on the reverse side, which represents the king's crown and symbolizes his authority.
