4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III (Type IIA) 1654-1658 front 4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III (Type IIA) 1654-1658 back
4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III (Type IIA) 1654-1658 photo
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner

4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III Type IIA

 
Silver (.671) 22.272 g 42.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1654-1658
Value
1 Krone (⅔)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.671)
Weight
22.272 g
Diameter
42.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#111287
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Crowned flat-topped shield with arms of Denmark (wider than Km# 194,1) partially inside a beaded circle. Cross with short forked-ended arms behind shield. Outside the circle is the King's motto. Mintmark, if present, can be at left of crown.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DOMINVS * PROVIDEBIT

Translation: The Lord will be my guide

Comment

Many variants in shape and size of Leopards in Danish arms and also for the crowns
Km# 194.2 Mintmark (h) at right of crown in reverse
Km# 194.2a Without any mintmark in reverse; different style lettering (DOMINUS PROUIDEBIT)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Mark Dansk - Frederik III (Type IIA) 1654-1658 from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of great change in Denmark. King Frederik III, who ruled from 1648 to 1670, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction of a new coinage system. This coin, which was minted between 1654 and 1658, features an image of the king on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver and weighs 22.272 grams. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.