2 Speciedaler - Frederik III

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1649-1650
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Speciedaler
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.875)
Weight57.43 g
Dimensions45 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#38, Rønning#37a, Skaare#532
Obverse descriptionCrowned bust of King Frederick III with long hair inside a circle. Surrounded by inscription. Beaded ring on the rim.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringFRIDERICUS·III·DG·DA·NOR·VAN·GO·REX
(Translation: Frederik III, by Gods grace, king of Denmark, Norway, the Wends and the Goths)
Reverse descriptionCrowned two-tailed rampant lion holding a curved halberd (symbol of Norway) inside a circle. King`s motto outside with date at end. Mintmark is between lion`s back legs.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringDOMINUS (mm) PROVIDEBIT : 16 * 49 : F.G.
(Translation: The Lord will be my providence.)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1649  - 4 known -
1650  - 12 known -
Catalog ID5565792890
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