1 Speciedaler - Frederik III
1668 (1668-1669) years| Silver (.875) | 28.55 g | 41.4 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1668 (1668-1669) |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.55 g |
| Diameter | 41.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#81646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Three oval shields with ornate frames (with arms of Sweden, Denmark and Norway) in center above a cross with thick and long arms. Above the three shields is the crown of Denmark intersected by cross upper arm. Moreover the three central shields are encircled by a band interwoven with cross arms, at which is attached the pendant of the Order of the Elephant. Around the band, are the 15 small oval shield of the provinces of the Kingdom of Denmark. Legend around rim, divided in four parts by the cross arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DVX · SLES · | HOL · STOR · | DITM · COM · | OLD & DELM
Translation: Duke of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn and Dithmarschen, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst.
Edge
If present lettering in relief with King's motto, mintmark and date in roman numbers
Lettering: DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT - GK - ANNO MDCLXVIII
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Interesting fact
The 1 Speciedaler coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of King Frederik III in 1668-1669, features an error in the inscription on the reverse side. The Latin phrase "Fides et Justitia" (Faith and Justice) is misspelled as "Fides et Justiciae" (Faith and Justice-ias). This error was likely caused by a mistake in the engraving process and was not corrected before the coins were minted and circulated. Despite this error, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
