4 Mark Dansk - Christian V (King's standing figure) 1680 front 4 Mark Dansk - Christian V (King's standing figure) 1680 back
4 Mark Dansk - Christian V (King's standing figure) 1680 photo
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4 Mark Dansk - Christian V King's standing figure

1680 year
Silver (.671) 22.1 g 32.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1680
Value
1 Krone (⅔)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.671)
Weight
22.1 g
Diameter
32.3 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#310721
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned greater Coat of arms of Denmark (a five parted main shield with arms of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, of the Goths and the Wends, with an inescutcheon above a cross showing the arms of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn, Dithmarschen, and central Oldenburg half with Delmenhorst) surrounded by a band with attached the pendant of the Order of the Elephant. Mint master initials divided at sides of the shield. Value with date as legend along the rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
IIII MARCK | DANSK 1680
G | S

Interesting fact

The 4 Mark Dansk coin featuring King Christian V's standing figure was minted in 1680, during a time when Denmark was experiencing significant economic growth and cultural development. The coin's design, which features the king standing proudly with his scepter and crown, symbolizes the power and prosperity of the Danish monarchy during this period.