1 Speciedaler - Christian IV 1629-1648 front 1 Speciedaler - Christian IV 1629-1648 back
1 Speciedaler - Christian IV 1629-1648 photo
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1 Speciedaler - Christian IV

 
Silver (.882) 29.23 g 42.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1629-1648
Value
1 Speciedaler
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.882)
Weight
29.23 g
Diameter
42.3 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#55887
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Inside a circle a crowned two-tailed rampant lion, curving a halberd with claws (Norwegian lion), facing left, divides date at sides. Legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the edge

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BENEDICTIO DOMINI DIVITES*FACIT(m)
1637

Translation: The Lord´s blessing makes rich

Comment

Varieties exist in the king's bust and the lion.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, minted during the reign of Christian IV (1629-1648), is that it was made of silver with a purity level of .882, which is relatively high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains 88.2% silver and 11.8% other metals, such as copper or nickel. The high silver content gives the coin a distinctive shine and durability, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1631  53000 - - - - - -
1632  32000 - - - - - -
1633  33000 - - - - - -
1634  39000 - - - - - -
1635  50000 - - - - - -
1636  50000 - - - - - -
1637  57000 - - - - - -
1638  50000 - - - - - -
1639  52000 - - - - - -
1640  50000 - - - - - -
1641  45000 - - - - - -
1642  38000 - - - - - -
1643  6206 - - - - - -
1644  14000 - - - - - -
1645  21000 - - - - - -
1646  55000 - - - - - -
1647  62000 - - - - - -
1648  62000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Speciedaler - Christian IV 1629-1648 coin.