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2 Christians d'Or - Christian VIII
| Gold (.896) | 13.284 g | 27.15 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VIII (1839-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1841-1847 |
| Value | 2 Christians d'Or = 10 Speciedaler (20) |
| Currency | Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854) |
| Composition | Gold (.896) |
| Weight | 13.284 g |
| Diameter | 27.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned grater shield with Arms of Denmark and its territories (adorned with the collar of the Order of the Elephant) is held at both sides by wildmen armed with clubs. A wide crowned mantle is behind the shield and supporters and also divides value in letters above all. Engraver name on bar below supporters feet with date below dividing mintmark at sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 CHR | D'OR
♁ 18 | 44 . FF .
Comment
Km# 722.1 small ♥ below head on obverseKm# 722.2 mintmarks at sides of date
Km# 722.3 mintmarks at sides of date
Interesting fact
The 2 Christians d'Or coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian VIII (1841-1847), features a unique design element - a small portrait of the king surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves, which was a departure from the traditional depiction of the monarch on Danish coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 ♁ | 551000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1847 ♁ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Christians d'Or - Christian VIII 1841-1847 coin.
