© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Ducat - Christian V
| Gold (.979) | 3.490 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1671-1674 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 3.490 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83046 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Three oval shield with arms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden placed in shape of an inverted triangle. Above the crown of Denmark intersected by a big cross that lays behind the shields. Mintmarks and date are divided at sides of the lower shield with Sweden arms. Legend along the rim, divided in four parts by cross arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· DVX · SL · | HO · ST · DI · | COM · OL · | & DEL ·
16 | 7Z
G | K
Translation: Duke of Schleswig, Holstein, Stormarn and Dithmarschen, Count of Oldenburg and Delmenhorst.
Comment
Coins with date 1672 have also a second and different type of portraitExemple of Km# 340.2
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin was used as a means of payment in Denmark and Norway during the reign of Christian V, and it was also used as a symbol of the king's power and influence. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other, signifying the king's authority and the unity of the two countries under his rule.
