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© Oslo Myntgalleri
1 Speciedaler - Frederik III
1664 year| Silver (.875) | 28.78 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1664 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.78 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#118949 |
|---|---|
| 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.
Lettering:
DOMINUS (mm) PROVIDEBIT : 16 * 64 :
F.G.
Translation: The Lord will be my providence.
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued in 1664 during the reign of King Frederik III, features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled in the coin to signify its authenticity and value. At the time, it was believed that the hole would make it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins, as it required a high level of craftsmanship to replicate. This unique feature has made the 1 Speciedaler coin a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1664 | 23000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1664 coin.
