5 Ducats - Frederik III 1665 front 5 Ducats - Frederik III 1665 back
5 Ducats - Frederik III 1665 photo
© Stacks Bowers

5 Ducats - Frederik III

1665 year
Gold (.979) 17.46 g -
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1665
Value
5 Ducats (10)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Weight
17.46 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#434248
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned arms.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VANDAL GO THOR REX 1665
GK

Interesting fact

The 5 Ducats - Frederik III 1665 coin from Denmark is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known to exist. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time when Denmark was experiencing a period of economic and political instability, known as the "Dansk Krise" or "Danish Crisis." Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and a high level of gold purity.