© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Ducats - Christian V
1691 year| Gold (.979) | 6.98 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukater) (4) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 6.98 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#82690 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of King Christian V with collar of the Order of the Elephant below, dividing mint master initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PIETATE . ET . IUSTITIA .
16 91
C W
Translation: Piety and justice.
Comment
km# 416.1
Interesting fact
The 2 Ducats coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian V in 1691, is interesting because it was made of gold that was 97.9% pure, which is a high level of purity for a circulating coin. This indicates that the coin was intended to be a symbol of wealth and prosperity, and its production required a significant amount of gold. Additionally, the coin's weight of 6.98 grams makes it a substantial piece, further emphasizing its value and importance.
