⅓ Speciedaler - Christian VII (Copper pattern strike) ND (1805) front ⅓ Speciedaler - Christian VII (Copper pattern strike) ND (1805) back
⅓ Speciedaler - Christian VII (Copper pattern strike) ND (1805) photo
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⅓ Speciedaler - Christian VII Copper pattern strike ND

1805 year
Copper 11.36 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian VII (1766-1808)
Type
Pattern
Year
1805
Value
⅓ Speciedaler
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Copper
Weight
11.36 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#188629
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned oval three-folded arms, with arms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DANIÆ NORVEGIÆ VAN · GOTH · REX.

Translation: King of Denmark (DAN), Norway (NOR), Vendalia (VAN) and Gothland (GOT)

Interesting fact

The Pattern ⅓ Speciedaler - Christian VII (Copper pattern strike) ND (1805) from Denmark is a rare and unique coin that features a portrait of King Christian VII on one side and a crowned shield with the Denmark's coat of arms on the other. It's interesting to note that this coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.