© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
1 Speciedaler - Frederik V Type I
| Silver (.875) | 28.893 g | 40.2 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick V (Frederik V) (1746-1766) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1764-1765 |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.893 g |
| Diameter | 40.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#131338 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned oval shield with arms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden encircled by the necklace of the Order of the Elephant. Shield and necklace are between crossed laurel sprigs. Below is the date divided by mint master's initials, while around the shield, along the rim, is the King's motto
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRUDENTIA ET COSTANTIA
· 17 H.S.K. 64 ·
Translation: With prudence and perseverance
Engraver: Johan Ephraim Bauert
Edge
Diagonal coarse milling
Comment
The necklace of the Order of the Elephant has eight tower and eight elephant elements. Laurel sprigs are thin and with few leavesInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler - Frederik V (Type I) 1764-1765 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled in the coin to signify its authenticity and value. This feature was common in coins of that era and was known as a "proof mark." It was believed that only authentic coins would have this hole, and it helped to prevent counterfeiting.
