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1 Ducat Species - Christian VII Trade Coinage
| Gold (.979) | 3.49 g | 21.39 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1791-1802 |
| Value | 1 Ducat (2) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 3.49 g |
| Diameter | 21.39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#83066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Five lines text with value and gold content in an ornate square frame.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 · SPECIES
DUCAT
23 · ½ · KARAT
67 · STYKKER
1· MARK· BRUTO
Translation:
1 Dukat Specie
23,5 carats
67 pieces of 1 mark gross
Interesting fact
The 1 Ducat Species - Christian VII (Trade Coinage) 1791-1802 from Denmark is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Denmark. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King Christian VII in 1791, which aimed to stabilize the Danish economy and simplify trade transactions. The coin's design features the king's portrait on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's shift towards a more modern and centralized monetary system. Additionally, the coin's gold content and relatively low weight made it a popular choice for trade and commerce, both domestically and internationally.
