1 Rixdaler / ½ Courant Ducat - Frederik IV 1715 front 1 Rixdaler / ½ Courant Ducat - Frederik IV 1715 back
1 Rixdaler / ½ Courant Ducat - Frederik IV 1715 photo
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1 Rixdaler / ½ Courant Ducat - Frederik IV

1715 year
Gold (.875) 1.435 g 15.26 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick IV (Frederik IV) (1699-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1715
Value
½ Courant Ducat = 1 Riksdaler Courant (⅘)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
1.435 g
Diameter
15.26 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#113765
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Large crown above D.M.A. (King's motto initials: DOMINUS MIHI ADIUTOR) and date; heart divides date in legend further below. Lettered value in legend, around rim

Script: Latin

Lettering:
I • RIXDALER • COUR • MYNT
D • M • A
1715
• C ♥ W •

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rixdaler / ½ Courant Ducat - Frederik IV 1715 coin from Denmark is that it was minted during a time when the country was experiencing a period of economic instability and monetary reform. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the economy and simplifying trade. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin has remained a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its gold content and historical significance making it a unique piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1715 CW; ♥ 598 - - - - - -

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