© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
2 Speciedaler - Frederik III
1661 year| Silver (.875) | 57.63 g | 44.4 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1661 |
| Value | 2 Speciedaler |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.875) |
| Weight | 57.63 g |
| Diameter | 44.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#202574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Central fancy-shaped shield with arms of Denmark upon a small arms cross. Above is the Crown of Denmark while all around there are 11 flat-topped shield with arms of Danish provinces encircling the central shield. All the provincial shields are inside a rope circle with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant attached at lower position. King's motto as legend around the rim with date and mintmark at end. Date is divided in two by crown.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS | PROVIDEBIT ° HK ° 16 | 61
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Speciedaler - Frederik III 1661 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. The practice of drilling holes in coins was common in medieval Europe, and it was believed that the hole would prevent the coin from being tampered with or counterfeited. This feature makes the 2 Speciedaler - Frederik III 1661 coin a distinctive and valuable collector's item among numismatists.
