1 Speciedaler - Christian IV

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1632
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Speciedaler
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.882)
Weight29.23 g
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Shape and TechniqueRound
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Obverse descriptionCrowned high-collared bust of King Christian IV facing right within beaded circle. King`s motto inside the first circle and legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the edge.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringCHRISTIANUS IIII D G DANI NORGREX* REGNA FIR // MAT PIETAS
(Translation: Christian IV, by Gods grace, king of Denmark and Norway Piety fortifies the realms)
Reverse descriptionInside a beaded circle a crowned two-tailed rampant lion, curving a halberd with claws (Norwegian lion), facing left, divides date at sides. Legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the edge
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringBENEDICTIO DOMINI DIVITES FACIT 1 6 32
(Translation: The Lord´s blessing makes rich)
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Mintage1632  - 2 known -
Catalog ID7650004790
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