1 Goldgulden - Christian IV 1608-1611 front 1 Goldgulden - Christian IV 1608-1611 back
1 Goldgulden - Christian IV 1608-1611 photo
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1 Goldgulden - Christian IV

 
Gold (.972) 3.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1608-1611
Value
1 Goldgulden (6⁄5)
Currency
First Speciedaler (-1625)
Composition
Gold (.972)
Weight
3.45 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#142558
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Ornate flat-topped shield with arms on Denmark is above long arms cross. The Crown of Denmark is above the shield, inside the upper arm of cross. Shield is also inside a rope circle with legend outside, cut in four parts by cross arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: NORV - VANDA - GOTOR - Q. REX +

Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Goldgulden - Christian IV 1608-1611 from Denmark is that it was minted during a time when the Danish currency was transitioning from a silver-based system to a gold-based system. This coin, made of .972 gold and weighing 3.45 grams, was a significant change from the previous silver coins and marked a turning point in Denmark's monetary history.