1 Speciedaler - Christian V
| Silver (.875) | 28.78 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1671-1674 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.78 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117147 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing right, in an oval shield (with ornate frame) on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by two lines of text, one near the rim and the King's motto as second . Beaded ring on the edge. Mint Master initials are divided at sides of the shield, right below the horizontal arms of the cross; while the date is dived by lower arm of the cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
🟌 DUX · SLES · HOL · STOR · | DITM · COM · OLD & DEL 🟌
PIETATE·ET· | IUSTITIA ·
F | G
16 | 74
Translation:
Duke of Sleswig-Holstein, Stormarn and Ditmar, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst
With piety and justice
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian V (1671-1674), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver and not a counterfeit, as it would be difficult to drill a hole in a fake coin without damaging it. This unique feature makes the 1 Speciedaler coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds an extra layer of authenticity to its design.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1674 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Speciedaler - Christian V 1671-1674 coin.
