12 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV 1624-1625 front 12 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV 1624-1625 back
12 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV 1624-1625 photo
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12 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV

 
Silver (.859) 3.077 g 19.11 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1624-1625
Value
12 Skilling (⅐)
Currency
First Speciedaler (-1625)
Composition
Silver (.859)
Weight
3.077 g
Diameter
19.11 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#80779
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Value in letters on three lines between mintmark and date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.☘.
· XII ·
SKILLI
NG · DAN
16Z4

Interesting fact

The 12 Skilling Dansk coin featuring Christian IV of Denmark was minted during a time of great change in Denmark. Christian IV, who ruled from 1588 to 1648, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction of a new coinage system. The 12 Skilling Dansk coin was part of this new system and was used widely throughout Denmark and its territories. Despite its small size, the coin has a rich history and is a valuable collector's item today.