Denmark 10 ore Christian IX KM-795.1 AU 55 PCGS billon coin 1888 CS

The 1888-CS Denmark 10 Øre billon coin of King Christian IX is a classic issue from the Kingdom of Denmark, reflecting the nation's stable monarchy and late 19th-century monetary system. Struck in billon and certified PCGS AU55 (About Uncirculated), this attractive coin combines strong historical appeal with well-preserved original detail, making it an excellent collectible from the Scandinavian region.

The obverse features the right-facing portrait of King Christian IX, depicted with short wavy hair and a distinctive mustache. The surrounding legend identifies the Danish monarch, while the date 1888 and the CS mintmark appear below the bust. The reverse displays the large denomination 10 ØRE at the center, framed by elegant agricultural motifs consisting of an oak branch with leaves on one side and a wheat ear on the other. A five-pointed star crowns the design, while a beaded border neatly encloses the entire composition, emphasizing the coin's clean and balanced appearance.

Known as the "Father-in-law of Europe," King Christian IX (1863–1906) established dynastic connections with many European royal families through the marriages of his children. His long reign witnessed significant political and economic development in Denmark, making coins from his era particularly desirable among collectors. Certified PCGS AU55, this original billon issue is a wonderful addition to collections of Danish coinage, European monarchies, and 19th-century world numismatics.

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