Obverse © Oslo Myntgalleri – Reverse © Oswal Antiques
Obverse © Oslo Myntgalleri – Reverse © Oswal Antiques
½ Ducat - Christian V ND
1674 year| Gold (.979) | 1.74 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1674 |
| Value | ½ Ducat |
| Currency | Ducat (1665-1680) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117123 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe and facing right, in an oval shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.
Lettering: DAN·NORV.VAN·&·GOT.
Translation: (King of) Denmark, Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
The ½ Ducat coin from Norway, minted in 1674 during the reign of Christian V, is a rare and valuable coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted with a unique feature - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled in the coin to signify that it was made of pure gold and to prevent people from cutting or shaving off small pieces of the coin to collect the precious metal. This feature is known as a "proof hole" and is a distinct characteristic of this particular coin.
