© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III Type I
| Silver (.671) | 22.272 g | 42.16 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1659-1660 |
| Value | 4 Mark Danske = 1 Krone (⅔) |
| Currency | Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 22.272 g |
| Diameter | 42.16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#111284 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with arms of Denmark partially inside a beaded circle. Cross with large arms behind shield. The shield divides date at sides, again divided vertically by cross arms. Outside the circle is the King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 6
6 0
DOMINVS P | ROVIDEBIT
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Comment
Many varieties exists in shape and size of crown and arms.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III (Type I) 1659-1660 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small crown on the reverse side, which was added to signify the coin's denomination. This feature was not present on other coins of the same era, making it a distinctive characteristic of this particular coin.
