© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
1 Sechsling - Christian III
| Silver | 1 g | - |
| Issuer | Danish duchies of Schleswig and Holstein (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Christian III (1533-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1534-1554 |
| Value | 1 Sechsling (1⁄42) |
| Currency | Thaler (1545-1787) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#309411 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield of Schleswig arms divides date, titles continued as Duke of Schleswig and Holstein.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
The 1 Sechsling coin from the Danish duchies of Schleswig and Holstein, minted during the reign of Christian III (1534-1554), was made of silver and weighed 1 gram. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of the local currency system in the region, and its design featured the image of Christian III, highlighting his role as the ruler of the region.
