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1 Speciedaler - Christian VII
| Silver (.875) | 28.89 g | 41 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1776-1785 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1746-1814) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.89 g |
| Diameter | 41 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#82373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Denmark, Norway and Holstein and laurettes on either side of it. Surrounded by inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA · EX · AMORE · PATRIÆ ·
17 H · I ⚒ A · B · 78 ·
Translation: Glory through love of the Fatherland
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian VII (1776-1785), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process, as it was believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to the coin's owner.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1776 HIAB | 206000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1777 HIAB | 127000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1778 HIAB | 138000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1779 HIAB | 64000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1780 HIAB | 84000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1781 HIAB | 43000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Speciedaler - Christian VII 1776-1785 coin.
