1 Ducat - Christian V ND (1696) front 1 Ducat - Christian V ND (1696) back
1 Ducat - Christian V ND (1696) photo
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1 Ducat - Christian V ND

1696 year
Gold (.979) 3.44 g 18.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1696
Value
1 Ducat (2)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
3.44 g
Diameter
18.2 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#146234
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned oval three-parted arms of Denmark over cross. Band with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant surrounds arms. No legend or date

Comment

Size of half dukat but double thickness

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat coin was used as a means of payment in Denmark and Norway during the reign of King Christian V in the late 17th century. It was made of gold and had a value of 3.44 grams, which was a significant amount at the time. Despite its value, the coin was not widely used due to its small denomination, and it was eventually replaced by larger denomination coins. Today, the 1 Ducat coin is a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.