© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
½ Speciedaler - Christian IV Standing King type
| Silver (.888) | 14.25 g | 39.1 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1623-1625 |
| Value | ½ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773) |
| Composition | Silver (.888) |
| Weight | 14.25 g |
| Diameter | 39.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#142943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Nude female figure representing Fortuna standing on globe, looking left and holding a long flying banner. The figure is within a beaded circle with legend outside. Date is at end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · MO : NO : CIVI : GLUCKSTADE · 623 ·
Translation: New coin of the City of Gluckstadt
Interesting fact
The ½ Speciedaler coin from Denmark featuring Christian IV (Standing King type) has a unique feature - it has a hole in the center, which was a common design element in coins from that era. This hole was used to thread a string or cord through, allowing people to wear the coin as a pendant or amulet. This practice was especially popular among sailors, who believed that carrying a coin with the king's image would bring them good luck and protection on their voyages.
