Norway 1 Speciedaler - Christian IV, 1648

1 Speciedaler - Christian IV from Norway. Issued in 1648. Struck in Silver (.875). Measures 0 mm and weighs 28.72 g.

Obverse

Crowned 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. (Christian IV, by Gods grace, king of Denmark and Norway

Piety fortifies the realms)

Reverse

Crowned two-tailed rampant lion curving a halberd with claws (Norwegian lion) inside a circle, facing left, divides date at sides. Mint master's initials between lion's back legs. Legend outside the circle. Beaded ring on the rim. (The Lord´s blessing makes rich)