16 Mark dansk / Guldkrone - Frederik III 1668 front 16 Mark dansk / Guldkrone - Frederik III 1668 back
16 Mark dansk / Guldkrone - Frederik III 1668 photo
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner

16 Mark dansk / Guldkrone - Frederik III

1668 year
Gold (.917) 5.47 g 26.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1668
Value
Gold Krone = 16 Mark (3)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
5.47 g
Diameter
26.2 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#308327
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Crown of Denmark in center. Above is the King's motto in italic, while below value and date on two lines.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
Dominus Providebit

XVIII • M •
1668
• G • K •

Translation: The Lord will be my guide

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 16 Mark dansk / Guldkrone - Frederik III 1668 coin from Denmark is that it was minted during a time when the country was experiencing a period of economic and political instability. The coin was introduced as a new standardized currency to replace the existing system of irregularly minted coins, and it was made of gold to ensure its value and stability. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for over a century and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.