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1 Speciedaler - Frederik III
| Silver (.875) | 28.78 g | 46 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1653-1656 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.78 g |
| Diameter | 46 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#100607 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned Norwegian lion, holding an axe and facing left. The lion is inside a smaller beaded ring, with another beaded ring at the end of the reverse. Between the two beaded rings is the inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT : 16🏵54 :
Translation: May the Lord be my providence.
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik III (1653-1656), was made of silver with a purity of .875, which is equivalent to 87.5% silver. This high silver content made the coin valuable not only as a medium of exchange but also as a store of value. In fact, the coin was so valuable that it was often used as a form of dowry for brides in Norway during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1654 | 23000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1655 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1656 | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Speciedaler - Frederik III 1653-1656 coin.
