11/2 Speciedaler - Christian IV Pattern

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1630
TypeCoin pattern
Value11/2 Speciedaler (3⁄2)
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.882)
Weight43.85 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#16 , Rønning#P1 , Brekke#25 , AAJT#25 , Hede#6
Obverse descriptionCrowned high-collared bust of King Christian IV facing right, surrounded by inscription within a beaded circle. Legend outside rim. Beaded ring on the edge.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringREGNA FIR MAT PIETAS CHRISTIANUS IIII D G DANI NOR&REX
(Translation: Piety fortifies the realms. Christian IV, by the Grace of God, King of Denmark and Norway.)
Reverse descriptionCrowned two-tailed rampant lion facing left, curving an halberd with claws, dividing date at sides, in a beaded circle. Legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the edge.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringBENEDICTIO DOMINI DIVITES (mm) FACIT * 1 6 30
(Translation: The Lord`s blessing makes rich.)
EdgePlain
Mint
Mintage1630  - -
Catalog ID4239059310
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