© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Gold coin - Christian IV ND
| Gold | 4.65 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1588-1648 |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.65 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two figures holding crown over arms and C4 monogram.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIRMAT PIETAS REGNA
C4
Interesting fact
The Christian IV ND gold coin from Denmark, which was minted between 1588 and 1648, features an error in the inscription on the reverse side. The Latin phrase "REGNANTES ET DEI GRATIA" (meaning "Reigning by the grace of God") was mistakenly engraved as "REGNANTES ET DEI GRAMMATICA" (meaning "Reigning by the grace of grammar"). This error has become known as the "Grammatica Error" and makes the coin particularly sought after by collectors.
