© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
1 Speciedaler - Frederik III
1665 year| Silver (.875) | 28.78 g | 43 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1665 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.78 g |
| Diameter | 43 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#118952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in a shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned, divides the mint master´s initials and is surrounded by the inscription. Date is at the bottom and is divided by the lower part of the cross. Beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINUS (date)PROVIDEBIT·1665
Translation: The Lord will be my providence
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik III in 1665, features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the manufacturing process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver and not a counterfeit. This unique feature makes the 1 Speciedaler coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
