1 Krone - Christian IX (Pattern) 1875 front 1 Krone - Christian IX (Pattern) 1875 back
1 Krone - Christian IX (Pattern) 1875 photo
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner

1 Krone - Christian IX Pattern

1875 year
Silver (.800) 7.53 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IX (1863-1906)
Type
Pattern
Year
1875
Value
1 Krone (1&nbspDKK)
Currency
Krone (1873-date)
Composition
Silver (.800)
Weight
7.53 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#309135
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Crowned shield with arms of Denmark in center, with a porpoise at left and a barley ear right. Denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1 KRONE

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This pattern looks same as normal circulating Krone except for removing of the engraver initials normally embossed on King's neck.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Krone - Christian IX (Pattern) 1875 from Denmark, made of Silver (.800) and weighing 7.53g, is a rare and valuable coin. It is interesting to note that this coin was never officially released into circulation, but instead was produced as a pattern coin, which means it was created as a prototype or sample for a potential coin design. This fact makes it particularly unique and sought after by collectors.