5 Ducats - Frederik III 1653-1662 front 5 Ducats - Frederik III 1653-1662 back
5 Ducats - Frederik III 1653-1662 photo
© Stacks Bowers

5 Ducats - Frederik III

 
Gold 17.18 g -
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1653-1662
Value
5 Ducats (10)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold
Weight
17.18 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#434114
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

King's monogram made of four couples of mirrored "F" positioned like arms of a cross with the number "3" in center and crowns above them (or, better, above each arm of the cross).

Script: Latin

Lettering: NORVVEGIÆ VANDA GOTTOR REX

Interesting fact

The 5 Ducats coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Frederik III (1653-1662), is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of gold, specifically 17.18 grams of it. This makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.