© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
½ Speciedaler - Christian VII Type 2; Rethwitsch
1769 year| Silver (.875) | 14.477 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1769 |
| Value | ½ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 14.477 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#148219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned round oval shield with arms of Denmark, Sweden and Norway within a ribbon with the Order of the Elephant pendant. King's motto as legend along the rim.
Below mintmark divides date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA • EX • AMORE • PATRIÆ •
17.H.S.K.69
Translation: The love of the fatherland is my reward
Interesting fact
The ½ Speciedaler coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian VII in 1769, features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to indicate its authenticity, as counterfeiters at the time were known to produce coins without the hole. This unique feature makes the ½ Speciedaler coin stand out among other coins of its era and adds to its historical significance.
