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1 Speciesthaler / 60 Schilling Courant - Christian VII
| Silver (.875) | 28.893 g | - |
| Issuer | Danish duchies of Schleswig and Holstein (German States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1787-1788 |
| Value | 1 Speciesthaler = 60 Schillings Courant |
| Currency | Speciesthaler (1787-1864) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 28.893 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#309993 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned arms divide value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 60 • SCHILLING • SCHLESW • HOLST • COURANT •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of great political and economic change in Denmark and the German States. The coin was minted during the reign of Christian VII, who was the King of Denmark and Norway from 1766 to 1808. During his reign, there was a significant increase in trade and commerce, which led to the need for a new currency that could facilitate this growth. The Speciesthaler / Schilling Courant coin was introduced as a result, and it became a widely used currency in the region.
