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1 Speciedaler - Christian V Danish East India Co. Trade coinage
1671 year| Silver (.875) | 28.893 g | 41.3 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1671 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.893 g |
| Diameter | 41.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | 27 May 1873 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#55937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
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 above the branches knot.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
C5
1671
DOC
GK
Edge
Lettering embossed
Lettering: .PIETATE. ET. IUSTITIA. ANNO. MDCLXXI.
Translation: With Piety and Justice - Year 1671
Comment
Of six pieces known, three are in museums.
Similar to KM# 317 that has plain edge
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 1671 during the reign of King Christian V, and it was made of silver with a purity of .875, weighing 28.893 grams. This coin was used for transactions and trade with other countries, and it is a valuable piece of history for numismatists and collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1671 GK | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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