© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
¼ Speciedaler - Frederik III
| Silver (.875) | 7.18 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1651 |
| Value | ¼ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 7.18 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#118985 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned two-tailed rampant lion holding a curved halberd (symbol of Norway) facing left and inside a circle. King's motto outside with date at end. Circle on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering: :DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT:16(mm)49
Translation: The Lord will be my providence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Speciedaler coin from Norway is that it was issued during the reign of King Frederik III, who ruled from 1649 to 1651. This coin was part of a series of coins that were introduced during his reign to address the need for a new currency system in Norway. The ¼ Speciedaler coin was equivalent to one-fourth of a Speciedaler, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was made of silver with a purity of .875 and weighed 7.18 grams. Despite its relatively small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of Norway during the 17th century.
