© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
½ Krone - Frederik III
1651 year| Silver (.859) | 9.38 g | 33.15 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1651 |
| Value | ½ Krone (⅓) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.859) |
| Weight | 9.38 g |
| Diameter | 33.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#134252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Inside a beaded circle is a wide closed Denmark Crown in high position, with short and curved King's motto below and at sides, reading counter-clockwise from upper left. Legend outside, around rim, with mintmark at end.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORVEGI • VANDAL • GOTORV : Q : R :
DOM : PROVID :
Translation:
King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
The Lord will be my guide
Interesting fact
The ½ Krone coin was minted during the reign of King Frederik III of Denmark, who ruled from 1648 to 1670. The coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured the king's portrait on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. The coin was made of silver (.859) and weighed 9.38 grams. It was a standard circulation coin and was used in everyday transactions in Denmark during that time.
