4 Ducats - Christian V (Silver pattern strike) 1683 front 4 Ducats - Christian V (Silver pattern strike) 1683 back
4 Ducats - Christian V (Silver pattern strike) 1683 photo
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4 Ducats - Christian V Silver pattern strike

1683 year
Silver 3.75 g 23.84 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Pattern
Year
1683
Value
4 Ducats (8)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.75 g
Diameter
23.84 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#145756
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Roaring elephant left. Elephant has a tower on its back and a banner with Danish arms. Date below, in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1683

Interesting fact

The Pattern 4 Ducats - Christian V (Silver pattern strike) 1683 from Denmark is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is considered a "pattern" coin because it was struck as a trial or sample coin, rather than a regular issue coin. The coin's design features a portrait of King Christian V on one side and an eagle on the other, and it is made of silver. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it highly sought after by collectors, and it is considered a prized addition to any collection of rare coins.