© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
2 Ducats - Frederik III Ship; first type
| Gold (.979) | 6.98 g | 29.36 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1657-1658 |
| Value | 2 Ducats (2 Dukater) (4) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 6.98 g |
| Diameter | 29.36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#143578 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Three-masted ship sailing left in a roaring sea. Big flowing banner on the higher mast. The ship divides "fan" and "dem" lettering and is surrounded by legend. Date in exergue below, divided in two by the mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VANDALOR : GOTHOR : Q : REX
fan dem
16 58
Translation: King of the Wends and the Goths.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features an image of King Frederik III, while the reverse features a depiction of a ship, which represents the king's efforts to strengthen the Danish navy during his reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1657 (h) | 95 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1658 (h) | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Ducats - Frederik III (Ship; first type) 1657-1658 coin.
