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4 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV Oval shield
| Billon (.437 silver) | 2.3 g | 23.15 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1616-1619 |
| Value | 4 Skilling (1⁄16) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 23.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value in letters on four lines in pearled circle; legend and date around rim. Mintmark: clover.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.IIII.
SKILLI
NG DAN
SKE
.....................................................
NORV VAND GOTO REX 1618 ☘
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 an oval shield on the reverse side, which was a unique design element for coins during that time period.
