The Denmark 20 Kroner is among the most visually appealing and highly sought-after of the pre-1933 European gold coins. Issued from the 1500's, kroner is Danish for 'crown' -- a reference to its production at the king's mint. The gold 20 kroner coins became the fixed standard of value and primary monetary instrument in Denmark, Sweden and Norway under the Scandinavian Coin Union in 1875. The Coin Union was a reaction to the recurring monetary crisis caused by the undisciplined issuance of paper money. One such crisis led to the public burning of bank notes in 1728. Another in 1814 pushed the country toward inflationary financial collapse and public rioting.

Frederich VIII acceded the throne at 63 years of age and was succeeded just six years later by his son, Christian X. Christian X is known for his stout resistance to Nazi rule, riding defiantly through the streets of Copenhagen alone on his white horse daily to bolster the spirits of the Danish people.

Makes a wonderful gift! Ten coins in all, housed in a unique custom-made collector board available only through USAGOLD-Centennial Precious Metals.

These complete collections are very limited in availability -- only 37 sets, which will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

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"Collecting Historic European Gold Coins for Fun, Profit and Asset Preservation"
by Michael J. Kosares