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½ Dukat - Frederick I Type IV
1746 year| Gold (.976) | 1.74 g | 16.2 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1720-1751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1746 |
| Value | ½ Ducat (½ Dukat) (1) |
| Currency | Fourth riksdaler (1719-1798) |
| Composition | Gold (.976) |
| Weight | 1.74 g |
| Diameter | 16.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#185152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned round arms with the Three Crowns of Sweden dividing date inside circle of legend. Shield in exergue.
Lettering:
IN·DEO·SPES·MEA·
17 46
H· M·
Translation: In God is my hope.
Comment
Minted in Stockholm with gold from Ädelfors, indicated by the coat-of-arms of Småland.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Dukat - Frederick I (Type IV) 1746 from Sweden is that it was minted during a time when Sweden was experiencing a period of economic and political instability, known as the "Age of Liberty." This coin was minted in an attempt to stabilize the economy and promote trade, and it features an image of King Frederick I on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other. Despite the challenges faced by Sweden during this time, the ½ Dukat coin remained a popular form of currency and is now highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1746 HM | 211 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Dukat - Frederick I (Type IV) 1746 coin.
