1/8 Speciedaler - Christian IV

€119,412.00
IssuerNorway
Year1628-1629
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/8 Speciedaler
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.969)
Weight3.25 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#5, Rønning#15, Skaare#510
Obverse descriptionCrowned high-collared bust of King Christian IV facing right within circle. Legend outside rim. Beaded ring on the edge.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringCHRISTIANVS IIII · D : G · DAN · NO · REX
(Translation: Christian IV King of Denmark and Norway by the Grace of God)
Reverse descriptionInside a circle a crowned two-tailed rampant lion left, curving an halberd with claws (symbol of Norway), facing left, divides date at sides. Legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the edge
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringBENEDICTIO : DOMINI : DIVIT : FACIT *
(Translation: The Lord´s blessing makes rich)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1628  - -
1629  - -
Catalog ID9157792120
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