© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
1 Noble - Christian II
| Gold | 14.53 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian II (1513-1523) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1516-1518 |
| Value | 1 Noble |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.53 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#428876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned arms.
Lettering: XPS IHS ELEGIT ME REGEM POPVLO SVO IN ANO' E9 1518
Interesting fact
The 1 Noble coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian II (1516-1518), is notable for its unique design. The coin features a crowned and armored king on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the coat of arms of Denmark, surrounded by the inscription "SIT NOMEN DOMINI BENEDICTUM" (May the name of the Lord be blessed). This design was a departure from the usual standard of depicting saints or religious symbols on coins of that era, and it signifies the growing influence of humanism and nationalism in Denmark during the early 16th century.
