2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1674) front 2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1674) back
2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1674) photo
© Oslo Myntgalleri

2 Ducats - Christian V ND

1674 year
Silver 1.40 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Pattern
Year
1674
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Ducat (1665-1680)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.40 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#416551
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in an oval shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · PIETATE · ET · IUSTITIA ·

Translation: Piety and Justice

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1674) from Norway is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, with a crowned shield on the obverse (front) side and a cross on the reverse (back) side. This design was not used on any other coins issued by Christian V, making it a distinctive and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.