© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
½ Speciedaler - Frederik III
| Silver (.875) | 14.39 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1658 |
| Value | ½ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 14.39 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#118976 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned two-tailed rampant lion holding a curved halberd (symbol of Norway) facing left, inside a beaded circle. King's motto outside with date at end. Mintmark between lion's back legs. Beaded circle on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINUS (mm) PROVIDEBIT : 16 * 56 :
F.G.
Translation: The Lord will be my providence
Interesting fact
The ½ Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Frederik III (1653-1658), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver and not a counterfeit. This unique feature makes the ½ Speciedaler coin a distinctive and interesting collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1654 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Speciedaler - Frederik III 1653-1658 coin.
