1 Speciedaler - Frederik III King's motto on reverse
1669 year| Silver (.875) | 28.34 g | 43.6 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1669 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.34 g |
| Diameter | 43.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#176769 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Three oval lined shield in center (with arms of Sweden, Denmark and Norway) 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. King's motto around rim, divided in four parts by the cross arms. Date is vertical, divided in two and is placed between the band and the provincial arms, right behind the horizontal arms of the cross. Mintmark at sides of the pendant
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* DOM | INVS | PROVI | DEBIT *
1 6
6 9
F CH
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The motto on the reverse of the coin, "Guds Favor Første" ("God's Favor First"), was a personal motto of King Frederik III and reflects his strong belief in the importance of religion and divine guidance.
