© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
4 Mark Dansk "Rytterkrone" - Frederik IV Type
1723 year| Silver (.671) | 22.34 g | 40.12 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick IV (Frederik IV) (1699-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1723 |
| Value | 1 Krone (⅔) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 22.34 g |
| Diameter | 40.12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#319756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned bigger arms of Denmark within double Order Chain (of Danneborg and of the Order of the Elephant). Date below with mintmaster initials at sides. King's motto around rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• DOMINUS MI | HI ADIUTOR •
C • 17 | 23 • W
Translation: Lord is my guide
Comment
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN 1711 RYTTERKRONE AND 1723:Obverse:
- The 1723 horse is more detailed and realistic than that of 1711
- In coins of 1711 the legend is continuous while in 1723 coins the legend is cut by King's plumed hat.
- In coins of 1723 King wears a richly decorated cuirass
Reverse
- Differences in coat of arms (The inner shield change from four-parted to three-parted with the shift of Schleswig Arms) and crown shapes
- In 1723 coins the chains are circular and starts from the crown sides while in 1711 only the Elephant Order chain starts from crown ring
- In 1723 there is a man above elephant head in the pendant that is missing in 1711 coins
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Mark Dansk "Rytterkrone" - Frederik IV (Type 2) 1723 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element known as a "rytterkrone," which is a crown surmounted by a small horseman. This design was used on several Danish coins during the 18th century and is considered a distinctive feature of Danish numismatics.
