1⁄16 Speciedaler - Frederick III 1658-1659 front 1⁄16 Speciedaler - Frederick III 1658-1659 back
1⁄16 Speciedaler - Frederick III 1658-1659 photo
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1⁄16 Speciedaler - Frederick III

 
Silver (.812) 1.72 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1658-1659
Value
1⁄16 Thaler = 3 Skilling Lybsk
Currency
Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773)
Composition
Silver (.812)
Weight
1.72 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#398134
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value in the center, legend around itAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONNO GLVCKSTAD 1659
.XVI.
E.REIC.
HS.DA
IS

Interesting fact

The 1⁄16 Speciedaler coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Frederick III (1658-1659), was part of a series of coins that were introduced to address the economic challenges faced by the country during that time. The coin was made of silver (.812) and weighed 1.72 grams, which was a relatively small weight compared to other coins of its time. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of Denmark during the 17th century.