12 Mark "Stråledukat" - Frederik V 1757-1763 front 12 Mark "Stråledukat" - Frederik V 1757-1763 back
12 Mark "Stråledukat" - Frederik V 1757-1763 photo
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12 Mark "Stråledukat" - Frederik V

 
Gold (.875) 3.118 g 20.64 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick V (Frederik V) (1746-1766)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1757-1763
Value
12 Mark (1.788)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
3.118 g
Diameter
20.64 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
27 May 1873
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#72262
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Large crown above value (in roman numbers) and date. King's motto above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PRUDENTIA ET CONSTANTIA •
XII • M •
• 1757 •
V.H. (or K)

Translation:
With Prudence and Perseverance
VH = Peter Nicholai van Haven
K = Hans Schierven Knoph

Interesting fact

The 12 Mark "Stråledukat" coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Frederik V (1757-1763), features an interesting design element - a stylized depiction of a stork, which is said to symbolize the king's role as a protector of his subjects, much like a stork is known to protect its young.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1757 VH - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Mark "Stråledukat" - Frederik V 1757-1763 coin.