© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
½ Speciedaler - Christian IV
| Silver (.969) | 12.99 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian IV (1588-1648) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1628-1629 |
| Value | ½ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.969) |
| Weight | 12.99 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#119953 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inside a circle a crowned two-tailed rampant lion left, curving a halberd with claws (symbol of Norway), facing left, divides date at sides. Legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BENEDICTIO : DOMINI : DIVITES : FACIT *
Translation: The Lord´s blessing makes rich
Comment
Minted with the same coin die as 1 Speciedaler KM#8 (see linked coin).Interesting fact
The ½ Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian IV (1628-1629), features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process, and it served as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver, as the metal would be visible through the hole. This feature makes the ½ Speciedaler coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds an interesting element to its design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1628 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Speciedaler - Christian IV 1628-1629 coin.
