1 Speciedaler - Frederik III 1662-1664 front 1 Speciedaler - Frederik III 1662-1664 back
1 Speciedaler - Frederik III 1662-1664 photo
© Oslo Myntgalleri

1 Speciedaler - Frederik III

 
Silver (.875) 28.78 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1662-1664
Value
1 Speciedaler
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
28.78 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#118947
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned one-tailed rampant lion holding a curved halberd (symbol of Norway) inside a laurel wreath. King's motto outside with date under the wreath. Mintmark is between lion's front and back legs.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINUS (mm) PROVIDEBIT : 16 * 62 :
F.G.

Translation: The Lord will be my providence.

Interesting fact

The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik III (1662-1664), was the first coin to feature the iconic Norwegian lion, which has since become a symbol of the country's national identity.