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1 Speciedaler - Christian IV King bust; type
| Silver (.888) | 28.97 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1644-1648 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773) |
| Composition | Silver (.888) |
| Weight | 28.97 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#199893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Female figure, representing Fortuna, is standing tall on a small globe. Her body is partially covered by a shawl 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:GLUCKS | TATDENSIS:1647: (mm)
Translation: New coin of the City of Gluckstadt
Engraver: Jens Larsen
Comment
Type 1: Small King's figure on obverse. King's hair falls over the collar. Two hangers in the crown. Ten hearts in the Denmark arms. Fortuna is in a curved position the same as type 2Type 1.1 - 1644 (Schou # 19) IS is in legend after date. Mintmaster mark before legend
Type 1.2 - 1646 (Schou # 33, #34) & 1648 (Schou #18) IS divided by Fortuna legs within the circle. Mintmaster mark is before the legend (in 1646) or after the date (in 1648)
Type 2: Large King's portrait on obverse. King's hair does not fall over the collar. Four hangers in the crown. IS is always divided by Fortuna legs and is within the circle.
Type 2.1 - 1645 (Schou # 24), 1646 (Schou #35) Ten hearts in the Denmark arms. IL Engraver initials below King's right shoulder. Fortuna is standing not in a curved position, and Mintmaster mark is before legend. Rosettes after date.
Type 2.2 - 1647 (Schou #21, # 22) Eight hearts in the Denmark arms. Without IL Engraver initials below King's right shoulder. Fortuna is standing in a curved position as type 2, and Mintmaster mark is after date.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler - Christian IV (King bust; type 3) 1644-1648 from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Denmark. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Christian IV in 1644, which aimed to stabilize the Danish economy and simplify trade. The coin's design, featuring a bust of the king, was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Danish monarchy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.
