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1 Krone - Christian IV Open crown
1624 year| Silver (.859) | 18.7 g | 38.2 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1624 |
| Value | 1 Krone (¾) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Silver (.859) |
| Weight | 18.7 g |
| Diameter | 38.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#197668 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Second type crown over R.F.P. (look km# 59 for crown type information) Date above crown, with numbers divided by crown's points; all within pearled circle.
Legend outside around rim, with mintmark at the beginning.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORVEGI • VANDALO • GOTORUM Q • REX ☘
.........................................................................
• 1 • 6 • Z • 4 •
• R • F • P • (= REGNA FIRMAT PIETAS)
Translation:
King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Piety strengthens the realms
Interesting fact
The coin features an open crown on the obverse (front side), which was a distinctive feature of Christian IV's coinage.
