© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
½ Ducat - Frederik III
1666 year| Gold (.979) | 1.74 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1666 |
| Value | ½ Ducat |
| Currency | Ducat (1665-1680) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in an oval shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·VAND·GOT·REX·1666
Translation: King of the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
The ½ Ducat - Frederik III 1666 from Norway is a rare and valuable coin, with only 250 pieces minted. It is made of gold (.979) and weighs 1.74 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an error in the inscription, with the letter "E" in the king's name "Frederik" being inverted. This error has led to much speculation among numismatists about its origin and significance.
