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1 Søsling - Christian IV Second type; small collar ND
1604 year| Billon (.125) | 1.017 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1604 |
| Value | 1 Søsling (1⁄128) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Billon (.125) |
| Weight | 1.017 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82790 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with baroque frame on large cross divides legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: NOR VAN GOTO REX
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Edge
Milled
Comment
This version has a King's portrait "older" than km# 10 (with bigger nose and a longer beard). Can be distinguished two different variant, one with a small collar and a bigger shield on reverse; another one with higher collar and smaller shieldInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Christian IV, who was the King of Denmark and Norway from 1588 to 1648. He was known for his extensive building projects and his efforts to strengthen the Danish economy, which included the introduction of a new coinage system. This coin, the 1 Søsling, was part of that system and was used widely in Denmark during his reign.
