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© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Speciedaler - Christian VII Monogram type
1771 year| Silver (.875) | 28.89 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1771 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.89 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#334195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned round oval shield with arms of Denmark, Sweden and Norway within a spray. King's motto as legend along the rim.
Below mintmark divides date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GLORIA • EX • AMORE • PATRIÆ •
17.H.S.K.71
Translation: The love of the fatherland is my reward
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian VII in 1771, features a unique monogram of the king's initials, "C VII," on the obverse side. This monogram was a new design element introduced during Christian VII's reign and was used on several denominations of coins during this time.
