1 Ducat - Christian IV (Hebræermønt) 1644-1648 front 1 Ducat - Christian IV (Hebræermønt) 1644-1648 back
1 Ducat - Christian IV (Hebræermønt) 1644-1648 photo
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1 Ducat - Christian IV Hebræermønt

 
Gold (.979) 3.49 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1644-1648
Value
1 Ducat (2)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
3.49 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#109358
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Hebrew letters for "Jehovah" between IUSTUS above and IUDEX below. Date at bottom with numbers divided by halberd mintmark

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
.IUSTUS.
יהוה
: IUDEX.
·16 (mm) 45·

Translation: God is a righteous judge

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat - Christian IV (Hebræermønt) coin was issued during the reign of King Christian IV of Denmark, who ruled from 1588 to 1648. The coin was minted in gold (.979) and weighs 3.49 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features a unique blend of Christian and Hebrew symbols, reflecting the religious diversity of the time. The coin's obverse side features an image of King Christian IV, while the reverse side features the Hebrew letters "YHWH" (Yod-Heh-Vav-Heh), which represent the name of God in the Hebrew language. This blending of religious symbols was a deliberate choice made by King Christian IV, who sought to promote religious tolerance and understanding in his kingdom.