© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
2 Gold Kronen - Christian IV
| Gold (.917) | 6 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1619-1621 |
| Value | 2 Krone (3⁄2) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#420520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large crown with initials below within inner circle, date above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORVEG VANDAL GOTO Q REX
16 19
R F P
Translation: ... Norway, the Vandals, Goths
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Gold Kronen - Christian IV 1619-1621 coin from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Christian IV in 1619, which aimed to stabilize the Danish economy and reduce inflation. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for over a century and is now considered a valuable collector's item.
