20 Kroner - Christian IX 1873-1900 front 20 Kroner - Christian IX 1873-1900 back
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20 Kroner - Christian IX

 
Gold (.900) 8.9606 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IX (1863-1906)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1873-1900
Value
20 Kroner 20 DKK = USD 2.96
Currency
Krone (1873-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
8.9606 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#41928
Rarity index
46%

Reverse

Seated Mother Denmark left with shield and porpoise

Script: Latin

Lettering: 20 KRONER

Comment

The seated figure is Mother Denmark (Danish; Mor Danmark), the personification of Denmark

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Kroner - Christian IX 1873-1900 coin from Denmark is that it was minted during a time when the country was undergoing significant political and economic changes. The coin was introduced in 1873, just a year after Denmark had adopted a new constitution that established a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary system of government. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of economic growth and industrialization in Denmark, which saw the country transition from an agricultural society to a more industrialized and urbanized society. The coin's gold content and intricate design reflect the country's growing wealth and prosperity during this time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1873  1153000 - - - - - -
1876  351000 - - - - - -
1877  - - - - - -
1890  102000 - - - - - -
1900  100000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Kroner - Christian IX 1873-1900 coin.