2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1679) front 2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1679) back
2 Ducats - Christian V ND (1679) photo
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2 Ducats - Christian V ND

1679 year
Gold (.979) 6.98 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1679
Value
2 Ducats
Currency
Ducat (1665-1680)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
6.98 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#434910
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering: DAN NORV VAN GOT

Interesting fact

The 2 Ducats coin from Norway, minted in 1679 during the reign of Christian V, is a rare and valuable coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted with a unique feature - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled in the coin to signify that it was made of pure gold, as gold was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. The hole also served as a way to test the authenticity of the coin, as it was difficult to counterfeit a coin with a hole in the center. This feature makes the 2 Ducats coin from Norway a distinctive and highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.