Lot #593: Denmark 1972 Twenty-Fire Øre - Two Stalks of Barley - Crowned Monogram of King Frederik IX - Final Year

Obverse: Features the Crowned Monogram of King Frederik IX (a stylized "F IX" under the Crown of Christian V) positioned to the left of the central hole. To the right of the hole is a Beech Branch, a national symbol of Denmark. At the bottom, the date 1972 is flanked by the initials S-S and the Royal Danish Mint's Heart symbol. Reverse: Displays the denomination 25 ØRE above and below the central hole. On either side of the hole are Two Stalks of Barley, representing the country's agricultural roots. The word DANMARK is inscribed along the bottom rim. The 1972 Denmark 25 Øre is a significant transitional issue in Danish numismatics. It marks the final year of the "monogram" series for King Frederik IX, who passed away in January 1972. This coin is instantly recognizable for its central hole and its clean, Scandinavian aesthetic. 1972 was a year of royal transition; following the death of King Frederik IX, his daughter, Margrethe II, ascended to the throne. Consequently, the 1972 issue is the last to bear the "F IX" monogram before the design was updated for the new Queen. The initials S-S on this coin represent the Mint Director, Vagn Sørensen, and the Chief Engraver, Harald Salomon. Dimensions: Copper-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel). 23 mm. 4.3 g. Pickup category timeslot {A}