¼ Ducat - Christian IV ND (1647) front ¼ Ducat - Christian IV ND (1647) back
¼ Ducat - Christian IV ND (1647) photo
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¼ Ducat - Christian IV ND

1647 year
Gold (.979) 0.87 g -
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1647
Value
¼ Ducat (½)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
0.87 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#426450
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eyeglasses above two-line inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIDEMIRA
DOMI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Ducat - Christian IV ND (1647) from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Denmark. Christian IV, who ruled from 1588 to 1648, implemented a number of reforms aimed at strengthening the Danish economy and increasing trade with other European countries. The minting of this coin, which was made of gold and had a relatively high value, reflects the growing prosperity and influence of Denmark during this period.