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4 Mark Danske - Frederik III Value on obverse
| Silver (.671) | 22.272 g | 42.09 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1666-1670 |
| Value | 1 Krone (⅔) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 22.272 g |
| Diameter | 42.09 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned Danish shield of arms above cross inside a circle. Legend outside, round the rim. Legend is readable clockwise starting from right of the crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: * DOMINUS * | PROVIDEBIT *
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Comment
This coin has a lot of variant in shape and size of crown, presence of dots or rosettes in legend, and in shape of the shield.Here the main types of shield (crown shape is too variable to be taken as a method to divide all variants):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Frederik III of Denmark, who ruled from 1648 to 1670. The coin features an image of the king on the obverse side, along with the value of 4 Mark Danske. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in coinage. The coin's weight of 22.272 grams is also notable, as it was a significant amount for a circulating coin at the time. Overall, this coin provides a glimpse into the economic and political climate of Denmark during the 17th century, and its design and composition reflect the values and priorities of the time.
