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4 Ducats - Frederick III Largesse issue
1648 year| Gold (.979) | 13.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1648 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (8) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 13.96 g |
| Shape | Klippe |
| Technique | Klippe |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#433598 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vase with smoking incense (or plant ??) with TANDEM lettering on it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NORWEGIÆV ANDALORV M GOTTOR VMQVE REX
TANDEM
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Frederick III (Largesse issue) 1648 from Denmark is that it features an unusual design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin as a way to signify its authenticity and value. At the time, it was believed that a coin with a hole in it was less likely to be counterfeited, as it would be more difficult to duplicate the unique design element. This feature has become a distinctive characteristic of the coin and a talking point among collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1648 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Ducats - Frederick III (Largesse issue) 1648 coin.
