½ Speciedaler - Frederik III 1669 front ½ Speciedaler - Frederik III 1669 back
½ Speciedaler - Frederik III 1669 photo
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½ Speciedaler - Frederik III

1669 year
Silver (.875) 14.39 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1669
Value
½ Speciedaler
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
14.39 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#118984
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in an oval shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Mint master´s initials divided by the lower part of the cross. Beaded ring on the edge.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT : 16 * 69 (mm) :
F.G.

Translation: The Lord will be my providence

Interesting fact

The ½ Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik III in 1669, features an interesting design element. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of the king, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Norway. This design was a departure from the traditional design used on previous Norwegian coins, which typically featured the king's name and title. Instead, the use of the coat of arms symbolized the king's role as the protector of the realm and represented the unity of the Norwegian people. This design change was a significant departure from the norm and marked a new era in Norwegian coinage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1669  - - - - - -

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