© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
4 Ducats - Frederik III Ship; second type
1664 year| Gold (.979) | 13.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1664 |
| Value | 4 Ducats (8) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold (.979) |
| Weight | 13.96 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#433836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three-masted ship sailing left in a roaring sea. Big flowing banner on the higher mast. The ship divides "tan" and "dem" lettering and is surrounded by King's motto. Date in exergue below, divided in two by the mintmark.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINUS ✤ PROVIDEBIT
tan dem
16 ☘ 64
Translation: The Lord will be my guide
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Ducats - Frederik III (Ship; second type) 1664 from Denmark is that it features a unique ship design on the reverse side, which was a departure from the traditional coat of arms or royal portrait found on many other coins of the time. This design choice was likely intended to highlight Denmark's strong maritime tradition and emphasize the country's naval power and trading prowess.
