© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Søsling - Frederik I lettering type 3; date in legend
1524 year| Silver | 1.88 g | 20.21 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Frederik I) (1523-1533) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1524 |
| Value | 1 Sosling (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.88 g |
| Diameter | 20.21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#301177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Shield with Arms of Denmark within beaded circle. Legend outside with last two digits of date at end. Crescent moon and a star above shield
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONE · NOVA · HAFNENS · Z4 °
Lettering (regular font): MONE · NOVA · HAFNENS · Z4 °
Translation: New coin from (the city of) Copenhagen
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Søsling - Frederik I (lettering type 3; date in legend) 1524 from Denmark made of Silver weighing 1.88 g is that it features a unique combination of lettering types. The coin's obverse (front) side features a portrait of King Frederik I, while the reverse (back) side features the coat of arms of Denmark. The lettering type 3 is characterized by a distinctive font style, which was used during the early 16th century. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early Danish coinage, and its unique lettering type makes it particularly interesting for collectors and historians.
