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¼ Ducat / 3 Mark - Christian V
1676 year| Gold (.979) | 0.89 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1676 |
| Value | 3 Mark (½) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#344119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
III
MARCK
DANSKE
1676
GK
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat / 3 Mark coin from Denmark, minted during the reign of Christian V in 1676, is that it was made of gold with a purity level of .979, which is unusually high for a circulating coin. Most coins of that time were made of lower-quality metals, such as copper or silver, so the use of gold for this coin suggests that it was intended for special purposes or to convey a sense of prestige and wealth. Additionally, the fact that it weighs 0.89 grams, which is a relatively small weight for a gold coin, further supports the idea that it was meant to be a symbol of value and status rather than a practical means of exchange.
