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4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III Type I
| Silver (.671) | 22.272 g | 40.35 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1654 |
| Value | 1 Krone (⅔) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 22.272 g |
| Diameter | 40.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#111286 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned flat-topped shield with arms of Denmark partially inside a beaded circle. Cross with short round-ended arms behind shield. Outside the circle is the King's motto. Mintmark, if present, can be at right or left of crown right at the beginning/end of the motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS : P | ROVIDEBIT
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Comment
Km# 194.1 Mintmark (h) at right of crown in reverseKm# 194.1a Mintmark (h) at left of crown in reverse
Km# 194.1b Without any mintmark in reverse
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III (Type I) 1653-1654 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the letters "F" and "M" on either side of the king's crown. This shield represents the union between Denmark and Norway, which was a significant political event during the reign of King Frederik III.
