© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Speciedaler - Frederik V Type II
1764 (1764-1789) years| Silver (.875) | 28.80 g | 40.95 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick V (Frederik V) (1746-1766) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1764 (1764-1789) |
| Value | 1 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.80 g |
| Diameter | 40.95 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#131337 |
|---|---|
| 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. Initials of the engraver are on the cut branch at left of the pendant.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRUDENTIA ET COSTANTIA
DIA
· 17 H.S.K. 64 ·
Translation: With Prudence and perseverance
Engraver: Daniel Jensen Adzer
Edge
Diagonal coarse milling
Comment
This coin was minted again in 1789 with unknown purpose but this restrike are recognizable by the wider King's neck and the presence of a "1764" embossement on the coin edge. These ancient restrikes are minted in AltonaThe necklace of the Order of the Elephant has twelve tower and twelve elephant elements plus the pendant. Laurel sprigs are thin and with few leaves and berries.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Speciedaler - Frederik V (Type II) 1764 (1764-1789) 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 that it had been tested for its silver content, which was a common practice in Denmark at the time. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of the same era and adds to its historical significance.
