2 Frederiks d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2) 1828-1836 front 2 Frederiks d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2) 1828-1836 back
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2 Frederiks d'Or - Frederik VI Type

 
Gold (.896) 13.284 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick VI (Frederik VI) (1808-1839)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1828-1836
Value
2 Frederiks d'Or = 10 Speciedaler (20)
Currency
Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854)
Composition
Gold (.896)
Weight
13.284 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#83068
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crowned grater shield with Arms of Denamark and its territories divides value at sides. Date below with mintmaster initials divided at sides.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2. FR D'OR
F. 1830. F.

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Frederiks d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2) 1828-1836 from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system aimed at stabilizing the Danish economy, which had been struggling with inflation and devaluation of its currency. The use of gold in the coin's minting was a deliberate choice to create a stable and trustworthy currency that would regain the confidence of the public. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now a sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1828  168000 - - - - - -
1829  96000 - - - - - -
1830  105000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Frederiks d'Or - Frederik VI (Type 2) 1828-1836 coin.