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½ Speciedaler - Christian VII
| Silver (.875) | 14.42 g | 36.85 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1786 |
| Value | ½ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 14.42 g |
| Diameter | 36.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#110606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned round shield with arms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden, within laurel crossed branches. Around is the King's motto, while below the date is divided by Mint Master initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• GLORIA EX AMORE PATRIÆ •
• 17 D • C • L • 86 •
Translation: Glory through love of the fatherland.
Interesting fact
The ½ Speciedaler coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian VII (1777-1786), was part of a larger monetary reform that aimed to address the country's economic issues at the time. The coin was introduced as a replacement for the old Danish rigsdaler, which had been the standard unit of currency in Denmark for centuries. The new coinage system was based on a silver standard, with the ½ Speciedaler being equal to 1/16 of a silver mark, or 1/4 of a Danish rigsdaler. This reform helped to stabilize the Danish economy and paved the way for the country's future economic growth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1786 DCL | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Speciedaler - Christian VII 1777-1786 coin.
