© 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 Speciedaler - Christian IV King bust; type
| Silver (.888) | 28.84 g | 43.4 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1641-1642 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773) |
| Composition | Silver (.888) |
| Weight | 28.84 g |
| Diameter | 43.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199856 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Female figure, representing Fortuna, is standing tall on a small globe. Her body is partially covered by a shawl and have a curved position with head facing left. She also helds a long flying banner with right hand above head, keeping it at hip size with the left. Fortuna is partially within a beaded circle with legend outside. Date and mintmark are at end of legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: MON:NOV:GLUCK | STATDENSIS:1641 (mm)
Translation: New coin of the City of Gluckstadt
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of King Christian IV (1641-1642), was made of silver with a purity of .888, which is relatively high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains 88.8% silver and 11.2% other metals, such as copper or nickel. This high silver content made the coin valuable not only as a medium of exchange but also as a store of value, and it was widely used in trade and commerce during its time.
