© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
4 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV
| Billon (.453 silver) | 1.462 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1602-1609 |
| Value | 4 Skilling (1⁄16) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Billon (.453 silver) |
| Weight | 1.462 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#55301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Value in letters on 4 lines and date in pearled circle; legend outside, around rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.IIII.
SKILLI
NCK DA
NSKE
1604
NORWEGI · VANDA · GOTH DR · Q · REX
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Comment
Mintmarks:(m) = crossed long scythe behind flower (Helsingør Mint)
TYPE I: Bigger oval shield. Value: .IIII. SKILLINCK DANSKE
TYPE II: Smaller oval shield on larger cross. Value: .IIII. SKILLING DANSKE no Q in reverse legend
TYPE III: Flat topped shield
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to make it easier for people to thread the coins onto a string or cord, which was a common practice at the time. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of the same era and adds to its unique character.
