© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
1 Reisedaler - Christian VII Royal visit
1788 year| Silver (.875) | 28.89 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1788 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1746-1814) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.89 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#119248 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding a haldberd and facing left, with a mountain at the background. The inscription is over the lion and the date and value is under it. Beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UROKKELIG SOM DOVRES HØYE FJELDE
STAAER NORGES SØNNERS TROSKAB MOD OG VÆLDE
1 RIGSDALER COUR:
17 M·F: 88·
Comment
Minted in Copenhagen for the royal visit of King Christian VII to Norway. These coins were given to important people as gifts of recognition by the king during his travel around Norway.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Reisedaler - Christian VII (Royal visit) 1788 coin from Norway is that it was minted to commemorate the visit of King Christian VII of Denmark to Norway in 1788. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Norwegian coat of arms on the other. It was made of silver (.875) and weighs 28.89 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
