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⅓ Speciedaler - Christian VII ND
1799 year| Copper | 16.24 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Danish duchies of Schleswig and Holstein (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1799 |
| Value | ⅓ Specie Daler (5⁄9) |
| Currency | Thaler (1545-1787) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 16.24 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#148522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield with royal arms of Denmark, Norway & Sweden.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DANIAE NORVEGIAE VAN.GOTH.REX
Translation: King of Denmark, Norway, of the Goths and the Wends
Comment
Schou 5a, Hede 18Interesting fact
The Pattern ⅓ Speciedaler coin was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in Denmark and the German States. The coin was issued in 1799, just a year after the French Revolution, which had a significant impact on the political landscape of Europe. The coin's design, featuring Christian VII, was a nod to the traditional monarchical system that was still in place at the time, but the coin's issuance also reflected the growing influence of the Enlightenment and the ideas of liberty and equality that were spreading across Europe. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that captures a moment of transition and change in the political and social landscape of Europe.
