2 Speciedaler - Frederik V (Coronation) 1747 front 2 Speciedaler - Frederik V (Coronation) 1747 back
2 Speciedaler - Frederik V (Coronation) 1747 photo
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2 Speciedaler - Frederik V Coronation

1747 year
Silver (.875) 57.93 g 41.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick V (Frederik V) (1746-1766)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1747
Value
2 Speciedaler
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
57.93 g
Diameter
41.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#147914
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Two giant wildmen armed with clubs hold crowned greater arms of Denmark with inner shield. Wildmen and shield lay upon a big cartouche with date inside. King's motto above shield.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• PRUDENTIA ET CONSTANTIA •
17♥47
A

Translation: With Prudence and Perseverance

Edge

Diagonal milling

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Speciedaler - Frederik V (Coronation) 1747 coin from Denmark is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of King Frederik V, which took place on January 6, 1747. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in silver (.875) and weighs 57.93 grams. It is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.