1 Ducat - Frederik III 1669 front 1 Ducat - Frederik III 1669 back
1 Ducat - Frederik III 1669 photo
© Stacks Bowers

1 Ducat - Frederik III

1669 year
Gold (.979) 3.49 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1669
Value
1 Ducat
Currency
Ducat (1665-1680)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
3.49 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#117341
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe and facing right, 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: DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT

Translation: The Lord will provide

Interesting fact

The 1 Ducat - Frederik III 1669 coin from Norway is interesting because it was issued during a time when Norway was still 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.