© Stephen Album Rare Coins
© Stephen Album Rare Coins
1 Cash - Christian V ND
| Lead | 2.36 g | - |
| Issuer | Danish India |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1670-1699 |
| Value | 1 Cash (1 Kas) (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Royalin (1730-1818) |
| Composition | Lead |
| Weight | 2.36 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Monogram DC.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DC
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was made of lead, which is a relatively soft and malleable metal, yet it was still used as a circulating coin in Danish India during the reign of Christian V in the 17th century. This speaks to the resourcefulness and adaptability of the Danish colonial administration in using locally available materials to create currency, even if it was not the most durable or long-lasting.
