1 Hvid - Frederik III 1651 front 1 Hvid - Frederik III 1651 back
1 Hvid - Frederik III 1651 photo
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1 Hvid - Frederik III

1651 year
Copper 0.62 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1651
Value
1 Hvid = ⅓ Skilling (1⁄288)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Copper
Weight
0.62 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#143428
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Date in a circle quartered by a long cross. King's motto around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMIN9 PROVID.
1 | 6
5 | 1

Translation: The Lord will be my guide

Interesting fact

The 1 Hvid - Frederik III 1651 coin from Denmark was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time. However, what's interesting is that the coin was designed with a unique feature - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally made to indicate that the coin was made of copper, as opposed to other metals like silver or gold. This feature was used for a short period of time and was later discontinued, making the coin a rare and interesting collector's item.