© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
¼ Speciedaler - Frederik III
| Silver (.875) | 7.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1652-1654 |
| Value | ¼ Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 7.19 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#118986 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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. Mintmark under lion's back legs. Circle on the rim.
Lettering: :DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT:16(mm)53
Translation: The Lord will be my providence.
Interesting fact
The ¼ Speciedaler coin was minted during the reign of King Frederik III of Denmark and Norway, who ruled from 1648 to 1670. The coin was used in both Denmark and Norway, and it was an important part of the Scandinavian monetary system at the time. The coin's design features the king's crowned portrait on one side and the coat of arms of Norway on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a significant innovation at the time, as it helped to establish a standardized system of currency across the region. Today, the ¼ Speciedaler coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in the history of Scandinavian currency.
