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© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Ducat - Frederik V Coronation
1747 year| Gold (.979) | 3.49 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick V (Frederik V) (1746-1766) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1747 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#322683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ornate three-parted shield with Arms of Denmark, Norway and the Kalmar Union is bent on a pillar above a brick wall. The shield is partially covered by an ermine mantle (symbol of the King and the Coronation) and is adorned with symbols of the Kingdom power: the Crown of Denmark, a bend with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant and a shield (or a mirror).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRUDENTIA ET CONSTANTIA
A
Translation: With prudence and constance
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ducat - Frederik V (Coronation) 1747 coin from Denmark is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of King Frederik V, who ruled Denmark and Norway from 1746 until his death in 1766. The coin's design features an image of the king on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing his royal authority and the unity of the two countries under his rule.
