© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Gold Krone - Christian IV
1619 year| Gold (.917) | 2.97 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1619 |
| Value | 1 Krone (¾) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 2.97 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#420365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large crown with initials below within inner circle, date in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORV VAND GOTO Q REX 1619
R F P
Translation: ... Norway, the Vandals, Goths
Interesting fact
The 1 Gold Krone - Christian IV 1619 from Denmark has a unique feature. It has a hole in the center, which was intentionally designed to indicate its value. This hole was drilled during the minting process, ensuring that the coin's weight and value were consistent. This distinctive feature makes it stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
