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1 Ducat - Christian VI Christianborg; type II
| Gold (.979) | 3.49 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VI (1730-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1738-1740 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Fortress of Christiansborg inside a circle. Below, in exergue, date divided in two by a small heart.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CHRISTIANSBORG • I • GUINEA •
17 ♥ 40.
Comment
Christiansborg Fortress were site in present-day Ghana, Africa.Info about the fort and about Danish Gold Coast here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osu_Castle
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danish_Gold_Coast
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian VI (1738-1740), is interesting because it was made of gold (.979) and weighed 3.49 grams. This makes it a unique and valuable coin among collectors.
