1 Speciedaler - Frederik III Without King's motto ND
1669 year| Silver (.875) | 28.775 g | 49.45 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 | 28.775 g |
| Diameter | 49.45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82687 |
|---|---|
| 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. Legend around rim, divided in four parts by the cross arms. Mint Master initials GK are divided at sides of lower arm of cross, right above the pendant.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DVX · SLES · | HOL · STOR · | DITM · COM · | OLD · DELM
G | K
Translation: Duke of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn and Dithmarschen, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler - Frederik III (Without King's motto) ND (1669) coin from Denmark is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in the country. In the late 17th century, Denmark was experiencing a period of rapid inflation, and the value of the Danish currency was decreasing rapidly. In response, King Frederik III introduced a new coinage system, which included the Speciedaler, a silver coin that was intended to be used as a stable store of value and a medium of exchange. The coin was made of .875 silver and weighed 28.775 grams, making it a substantial and valuable coin for its time. Despite the challenges faced by the Danish economy during this period, the Speciedaler coin remained a popular and trusted form of currency for many years.
