DENMARK. 8 Solidi, 1603. Copenhagen Mint. Christian IV. NGC MS-61.KM-15; Hede-74; Sieg-52; Schou-9; Aagaard-3 (3/3); Bruun-4653. Weight: 2.95 gms. Mintmaster: Nicolaus Scwabe. Engraver: Nicolaus Schwabe. A superlative, nicely struck example with a shimmering luster and a lovely iridescent toning.<p><em>This beautiful and amusing type was according to tradition struck as largesse money to be used in connection with the celebration of the Hanseatic city of Hamburg swearing allegiance to the Danish king on 30 October 1603.</em>From the L. E. Bruun Collection.
