⅛ Speciedaler - Christian V 1671-1681 front ⅛ Speciedaler - Christian V 1671-1681 back
⅛ Speciedaler - Christian V 1671-1681 photo
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⅛ Speciedaler - Christian V

 
Silver (.875) 3.61 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1671-1681
Value
⅛ Speciedaler = 12 Skilling
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
3.61 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#117156
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing right, in an oval ornate shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · XII · SKILLING· | DANSKE · 1671 ·

Translation: 12 Danish Skilling

Interesting fact

The ⅛ Speciedaler coin was used as a means of payment in Norway during the 17th century, and it was equivalent to 1/8 of a Norwegian speciedaler, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was made of silver and weighed 3.61 grams, making it a relatively small and lightweight coin. Despite its small size, the ⅛ Speciedaler coin played an important role in the economy of Norway during its time in circulation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1671  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅛ Speciedaler - Christian V 1671-1681 coin.