Obverse © Dampe 54 – Reverse © Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
Obverse © Dampe 54 – Reverse © Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
Blaffert - Christian II/Christian III ND
| Billon (.250 silver) | 0.46 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian II (1513-1523) Christian III (1534-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1513-1559 |
| Value | 2 Penning (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 0.46 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#264676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned "C"
Comment
Uniface bracteateInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Blaffert coin is that it was used as a means of payment during a time of economic turmoil in Denmark. The coin was introduced during the reign of Christian II (1513-1523) and continued to be used during the reign of Christian III (1534-1559). During this period, Denmark was facing economic challenges, including inflation and a lack of silver, which made it difficult to produce coins. The Blaffert coin was made of billon, a mixture of silver and copper, which was a more affordable alternative to pure silver coins. Despite its lower value, the Blaffert coin was still widely accepted as a means of payment and played an important role in the economy of Denmark during this time.
