3 Skilling Lybsk - Christian IV 1644 front 3 Skilling Lybsk - Christian IV 1644 back
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3 Skilling Lybsk - Christian IV

1644 year
Silver (.812) 1.785 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1644
Value
3 Skilling Lybsk = 1⁄16 Speciedaler
Currency
Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773)
Composition
Silver (.812)
Weight
1.785 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#107773
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Value on four lines within rope circle. Legend outside with date and Gluckstadt mintmark at end.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.III.
SCHIL
LING
.L:G. (= LAND GELD)
MON:NOV:GLÜCKSTADT:1644

Translation:
3 Schilling of the Country
New coin of Gluckstadt

Interesting fact

The 3 Skilling Lybsk coin was used as a means of payment in Denmark during the reign of King Christian IV in the 17th century. It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the king's name and title on one side and the coat of arms of Denmark on the other. Despite its small denomination, the coin was widely used and remained in circulation for many years, making it a valuable collector's item today.