1 Frederik d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2; first head) 1828 front 1 Frederik d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2; first head) 1828 back
1 Frederik d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2; first head) 1828 photo
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1 Frederik d'Or - Frederik VI Type 2; first head

1828 year
Gold (.896) 6.642 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick VI (Frederik VI) (1808-1839)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1828
Value
1 Frederik d'Or = 5 Speciedaler (10)
Currency
Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854)
Composition
Gold (.896)
Weight
6.642 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#83067
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned grater shield with Arms of Denamark and its territories divides value at sides. Date below with mintmaster initials divided at sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1.FR D'OR
F. 1828 . F .

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Frederik d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2; first head) 1828 from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the Danish economy, which had been struggling with inflation and devaluation of its currency. The use of gold in the coin's minting was a deliberate choice to establish trust and stability in the currency, as gold was seen as a reliable store of value. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable collector's item and a testament to Denmark's resilience in the face of economic adversity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1828  21000 - - - - - -

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