1 Speciedaler - Christian V (Danish East India Co. Trade coinage) 1672 front 1 Speciedaler - Christian V (Danish East India Co. Trade coinage) 1672 back
1 Speciedaler - Christian V (Danish East India Co. Trade coinage) 1672 photo
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1 Speciedaler - Christian V Danish East India Co. Trade coinage

1672 year
Silver (.875) 28.893 g 42.11 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1672
Value
1 Speciedaler
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
28.893 g
Diameter
42.11 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#111599
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned King's monogram is above the crowned monogram of the Danish East Indies Company monogram (D.O.C. - Dansk Østindisk Kompagni) Crossed palm branches encircles the monograms at both sides. The date is divided at the base of King's monogram, while the Mint Master initials are below the branches knot.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
C5
1672
DOC
GK

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler coin from Denmark is that it was used as a trade coinage for the Danish East India Company, which was established in 1616 and operated until 1729. The coin was minted in 1672 during the reign of King Christian V, and it was made of silver with a purity of .875. It weighs 28.893 grams and has a diameter of 38-40 millimeters. The coin features an image of King Christian V on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. The use of this coin in the Danish East India Company's trade highlights the significant role that Denmark played in global commerce during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1672 GK 10 - - - - - -

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