4 Speciedaler - Christian IV (Bust type I; Oval provincial shields) 1624-1627 front 4 Speciedaler - Christian IV (Bust type I; Oval provincial shields) 1624-1627 back
4 Speciedaler - Christian IV (Bust type I; Oval provincial shields) 1624-1627 photo
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4 Speciedaler - Christian IV Bust type I; Oval provincial shields

 
Silver (.875) 116.14 g -
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1624-1627
Value
4 Rigsdaler Species
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
116.14 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#421165
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Danish arms on a cross with long arms encircled by a ring of 13 round shields of Danish territories; all inside an outer pearled circle. Above, cutting the pearled circle, the Danish crown. Below on the lower arm of cross the pendant of the Order of the Elephant.

Script: Latin

Lettering: BENEDICTO DOMI NI DIVITES FACIT

Translation: The blessing of the Lord makes riches

Edge

Plain

Comment

NS = Nicolaus Schwabe

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Speciedaler coin from Denmark is that it was issued during the reign of King Christian IV, who was known for his extensive building projects and reforms. The coin features an oval shield with the coat of arms of the provinces of Denmark, which was a new design element introduced during this period. Additionally, the coin was made of silver with a purity of .875, which was a higher purity than many other coins of its time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1627 NS ☘ 1 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Speciedaler - Christian IV (Bust type I; Oval provincial shields) 1624-1627 coin.