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1 Speciedaler - Frederik III
| Silver (.875) | 28.72 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1651-1652 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.72 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#55888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crowned two-tailed rampant lion holding a curved halberd (symbol of Norway) inside a circle. King's motto outside with date at end
Script: Latin
Lettering: :DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT:16*51
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Comment
Varieties exist.Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik III (1651-1652), was the first coin to feature the image of a Norwegian king. Prior to this, Norwegian coins had featured the image of the Danish king, as Norway was part of the Danish kingdom at the time. This coin marks a significant moment in Norwegian history, as it represents the beginning of Norway's independence in coinage and the establishment of its own national identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1652 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1651-1652 coin.
