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Royal Danish Mint · Denmark
Danish Gold 20 Kroner
0.2593 troy oz — 90% Gold, 10% Coppergolddiscontinued
Scandinavian Monetary Union gold coin featuring various Danish kings. Same specifications as the Swedish 20 Kronor. Minted 1873-1931.
Physical Specifications
| Mass | 8.961 g |
| Troy Ounces | 0.2593 oz |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Edge | reeded |
| Purity | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Fineness | 0.9 |
| Density | 17.2 g/cm³ |
| Face Value | 20 DKK |
| Series | Krone |
| First Minted | 1873 |
Authentication Reference
Use these values to verify an authentic Danish Gold 20 Kroner. All tests can be performed with a digital scale, callipers, and the EON ping tester.
Weight
8.961grams
Use a 0.001 g digital scale. Calibrate first with a known object (a €2 coin = 8.50g).
Dimensions
Diameter23mm
Thickness1.6mm
Use plastic callipers (not steel — avoid scratching). Or use the camera tool with a bank card as reference (ISO 7810: 85.60mm × 53.98mm).