© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Speciedaler - Frederik III
| Silver (.875) | 28.72 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1651 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.72 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#82384 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Norway: A lion rampant, facing left, crowned, with an axe.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINUS ☘ PROVIDEBIT : 16 🏵 49 :
P G
Translation: The Lord will provide
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler coin from Norway, minted during the reign of Frederik III (1649-1651), is that it was made of silver with a purity level of .875, which is relatively high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains 87.5% silver and 12.5% other metals, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
