1 Speciedaler - Christian VII (Monogram type; Rethwitsch) 1769 front 1 Speciedaler - Christian VII (Monogram type; Rethwitsch) 1769 back
1 Speciedaler - Christian VII (Monogram type; Rethwitsch) 1769 photo
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1 Speciedaler - Christian VII Monogram type; Rethwitsch

1769 year
Silver (.875) 28.86 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian VII (1766-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1769
Value
1 Speciedaler
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
28.86 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#148259
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned round oval shield with arms of Denmark, Sweden and Norway within a ribbon with the Order of the Elephant pendant. King's motto as legend along the rim.
Below mintmark divides date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GLORIA • EX • AMORE • PATRIÆ •
17.H.S.K.69

Translation: The love of the fatherland is my reward

Edge

Diagonal reeding

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler - Christian VII (Monogram type; Rethwitsch) 1769 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique monogram of King Christian VII on the obverse side, which was designed by the artist Rethwitsch. This monogram is a combination of the king's initials "C" and "R" and is surrounded by a wreath of leaves. This design was only used on coins minted during Christian VII's reign, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.