20 Cents - Christian IX 1878-1879 front 20 Cents - Christian IX 1878-1879 back
20 Cents - Christian IX 1878-1879 photo
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20 Cents - Christian IX

 
Silver (.625) 6.96 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
United States Virgin Islands › Danish West Indies (1730-1917)
King
Christian IX (1863-1906)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1878-1879
Value
20 Cents (0.20)
Currency
Daler (1849-1905)
Composition
Silver (.625)
Weight
6.96 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#28156
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Ship and denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DANSK VESTINDISK MØNT
20 CENTS

Translation:
Danish West Indies Mint
20 cents

Engraver: Harald Conradsen

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a brief period of Danish rule over the United States Virgin Islands, specifically from 1878 to 1879. The coin features the image of King Christian IX of Denmark on one side and the denomination and year on the other. This coin is a rare and unique piece of history that serves as a reminder of the complex and diverse history of the Caribbean region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1878  200000 - - - - - -
1879  300000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Cents - Christian IX 1878-1879 coin.