½ Krone - Frederik III Type 2; Year above crown
1666 year| Silver (.671) | 10.1 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1666 |
| Value | ½ Krone (⅓) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#180740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crown of Denmark is in center, within a rope circle, and divides Mint Master initials "GK" at sides. King's motto in italic lettering is also within the circle, below the crown. Legend continuous outside the circle. Date is above the crown, divided in two by crown's cross.
Lettering:
DVX·SLESV·HOLS·STORM·DITM·COM·IN·OL&DEL*
_______
16 | 66
G K
Dominus Prouidebit
Translation:
Duke of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn and Dithmarschen, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst
The Lord will be my guide
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Krone - Frederik III (Type 2; Year above crown) 1666 from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. King Frederik III, who ruled from 1648 to 1670, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction of a new coinage system. This coin, which was minted in 1666, features the king's portrait on one side and the crowned shield of Denmark on the other. It was made of silver (.671) and weighs 10.1 grams. Despite its age, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
