2 Penning - Christian IV 1602 front 2 Penning - Christian IV 1602 back
2 Penning - Christian IV 1602 photo
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner

2 Penning - Christian IV

1602 year
Copper 0.585 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1602
Value
2 Penning (1⁄384)
Currency
First Speciedaler (-1625)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.585 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#54798
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Value in letters on three lines

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I ☘ I
PEN
NING

Engraver: Nikolaus Schwabe

Interesting fact

The 2 Penning coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian IV in 1602, features an interesting design element - a small image of a shield with the royal coat of arms, which was a unique feature of coins minted during this period.