1 Ducat - Christian V (Christianborg; Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie) 1699 front 1 Ducat - Christian V (Christianborg; Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie) 1699 back
1 Ducat - Christian V (Christianborg; Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie) 1699 photo
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1 Ducat - Christian V Christianborg; Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie

1699 year
Gold (.979) 3.46 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1699
Value
1 Ducat (2)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
3.46 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#112833
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Ship sailing left in Christiansborg harbor, with city view in background. The ship has Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie initials on its stern. Date below, in exergue

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CHRISTIANS : BORG •
DWC
_______________
1699 •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Christian V (Christianborg; Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie) 1699 from Denmark is that it was minted during the reign of King Christian V, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Danish economy and military. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and heritage. Additionally, the coin's gold content and weight make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.