© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Piastre - Christian VII Danish Asiatic Co. Trade Coinage
1774 year| Silver (.902) | 26.98 g | 41.35 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1774 |
| Value | 1 Piastre |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.902) |
| Weight | 26.98 g |
| Diameter | 41.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#325428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned globe-shaped arms of Denamrk and Norway between crowned pillars in imitation of the widespread Spanish pillars 8 reales. Below pillars and arms is a mound with three banners in representation of the Danish Islands: Greenland, Island and Far Oer. King's motto as legend along rim. Date on lower position, below the mound
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA • EX • AMORE • PATRIÆ
PLUS ULTRA
ISLAN GRÖNLAN FERÖ
1774
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Piastre - Christian VII (Danish Asiatic Co. Trade Coinage) 1774 from Denmark is that it was used as a trade coin in the Danish West Indies, specifically in the Danish colony of St. Croix. The coin was minted in Copenhagen and was used to facilitate trade between Denmark and its colonies in the Caribbean. Despite being minted in 1774, the coin remained in circulation until the early 19th century.
