© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Speciedaler - Christian IV Copenhagen mint; rectangular danish arms
| Silver (.888) (29.15) | - | 40.86 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1618-1621 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Silver (.888) (29.15) |
| Diameter | 40.86 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Central flat-topped shield with Arms of Denmark is encircled by a ring of 13 oval shields of Danish Territories and dependencies. The central shield is also above a cross with Danish Crown in its upper arm, at same level of the other shields. King’s motto is around central shield but not cut by cross arms (that's are visible out of the provincial shields). All the shield are inside a pearled circle with legend outside cut in four parts by cross arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· REG : FIRM : PIET ·
DVX · SCHLE: | HOL : STOR . | ET · DIT: CO | IN:OL:ET.DE
Translation:
Piety strengthens the realms
Duke of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn, and Ditmarsh, count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler coin from Denmark is that it was issued during the reign of King Christian IV, who was known for his extensive building projects and urban development in Copenhagen, including the construction of the Rosenborg Castle, which is still standing today and serves as a popular tourist attraction.
