© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
½ Rigsbankdaler / ¼ Speciedaler - Frederik VI Pattern
1833 year| Silver | 7.21 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick VI (Frederik VI) (1808-1839) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1833 |
| Value | ½ Rigsbankdaler |
| Currency | Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.21 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#342967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned grater shield with Arms of Denmark and its territories. Value above in letters while value as fraction of a speciedaler is divided at sides of shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EN HALV RIGSBANKDALER.
1/4. Sp
1833
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Rigsbankdaler / ¼ Speciedaler - Frederik VI (Pattern) 1833 from Denmark is a rare and unique coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It was designed by the Danish sculptor and medallist, Bertel Thorvaldsen, and features a portrait of King Frederik VI on one side and a depiction of the Danish coat of arms on the other. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
