1⁄16 Reichs Thaler - Christian IV (Legend type I) 1640-1641 front 1⁄16 Reichs Thaler - Christian IV (Legend type I) 1640-1641 back
1⁄16 Reichs Thaler - Christian IV (Legend type I) 1640-1641 photo
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1⁄16 Reichs Thaler - Christian IV Legend type I

 
Silver (.812) 1.64 g 20.56 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1640-1641
Value
3 Skilling Lybsk = 1⁄16 Speciedaler
Currency
Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773)
Composition
Silver (.812)
Weight
1.64 g
Diameter
20.56 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#154260
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Value on four lines within rope circle. Legend outside with date and mintmark at end.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
XVI
E:REIS
DAL:
. . .
______________________________
DAN:NO:V:G:Q:REX:1640 (mm)

Translation:
King of Denmark, of Norway of the Wends and the Goths.
XVI of One Reichs Daler

Comment

Image of coin dated 1641 but with different obverse legend:


Mintmark:
(f) = monogram with feather and ST letters

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1640-1641 Christian IV 1/16 Reichs Thaler coin from Denmark is that it features a unique legend type I design on the obverse side, which includes a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Denmark and Norway, surrounded by the inscription "CHRISTIAN IV D.G. Rex Daniae" (Christian IV, by the grace of God, King of Denmark). This design was only used for a short period of time during Christian IV's reign, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.