Denmark 12 Mark - Christian VII, 1771
King's birthday
Information
Country
Denmark
Denmark
Currency
Rigsdaler specie
(1625 – 1813)
Coin type
Circulating commemorative coin
Denomination
12 Mark
Year
1771
Ruler
Christian VII
(1766–1808)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
3.1
Diameter (mm)
20.86
Demonetized
Yes
Description
12 Mark from Denmark. Issued in 1771. Struck in Gold (.875). Measures 20.86 mm and weighs 3.1 g.
- Obverse
- Younger bust of King Christian VII with elaborate hairdo and clothes. Legend around rim. (Christian VII, By the grace of God, King of Denmark, Norway, the Wends and the Goths)
- Reverse
- Date of birthday in letters within circular laurel wreath; date and King's motto outside, along the rim. (The love of the fatherland is my reward)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1771 K | 131 |
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