© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
Medal - Christian VI King's death
1746 year| Silver | 74.35 g | 52.5 mm |
| Location | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VI (1730-1746) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1746 |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 74.35 g |
| Diameter | 52.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#147827 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Mourning veiled female woman (represent Denmark) lies on Danish arms holding scepter and Danish Crown. At her right lies the mournful Norwegian Lion. Both are in front of the urn of Christian VI, from which a phoenix rises. Behind all a pyramid and rising sun at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LUCTUS PUBLICUS.
_______________________
VERSA EST IN LACHRIMAS.
VI AUGUSTI.
M. D. CC. XXXVI.
Engraver: Peter Christian Winsløw
