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1 Rigsbankdaler / ½ Speciedaler - Frederik VI Type 2; broken neck cut
| Silver (.875) | 14.447 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick VI (Frederik VI) (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1833-1839 |
| Value | 6 Rigsdaler courant = 1 Rigsbankdaler |
| Currency | Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 14.447 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned grater shield with Arms of Denamark and its territories. Value above in letters while value as fraction of a speciedaler is divided at sides of shield. Date below with mintmaster initials divided at sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EN RIGSBANKDALER.
½. SP.
W. 1838. S.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique "broken neck" cut, which was a deliberate design choice made by the engraver to create a distinctive look for the coin. This feature has become a distinguishing characteristic of the Type 2 variety and makes it stand out among other coins of the same era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1838 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rigsbankdaler / ½ Speciedaler - Frederik VI (Type 2; broken neck cut) 1833-1839 coin.
