© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
1 Ducat - Frederik III
1665 year| Gold (.979) | 3.49 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1665 |
| Value | 1 Ducat |
| Currency | Ducat (1665-1680) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in an oval shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VANDAL:GOTO:REX:1665
Translation: King of the Wends and Goths
Comment
Struck with the same stamps as 1/8 Speciedaler KM#71.Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat - Frederik III 1665 coin from Norway is interesting because it was issued during a time when Norway was under Danish rule, and it features the image of King Frederik III of Denmark on one side and the Norwegian coat of arms on the other. This coin was also made of gold (.979) and weighs 3.49 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists.
