4 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV (Helsingør) 1608-1609 front 4 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV (Helsingør) 1608-1609 back
4 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV (Helsingør) 1608-1609 photo
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4 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV Helsingør

 
Silver (.888) 1.462 g 21.15 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1608-1609
Value
4 Skilling (1⁄16)
Currency
First Speciedaler (-1625)
Composition
Silver (.888)
Weight
1.462 g
Diameter
21.15 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#110823
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Value in letters on three lines above flat-topped shield with Arms of Denmark. The value and half of the shield are encircled by a thick line. Legend outside, around rim, divided below by the shield. Mintmark (crossed halberds behind flower = Helsingor mint) at end of legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.IIII.
SKILLI
NK·DAN·

NORV:VAND: GOT:Q:REX·

Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small image of a ship on the reverse side, which represents the importance of maritime trade and navigation during the reign of King Christian IV.