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5 Ducats - Frederik III
| Gold | 17.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1663-1664 |
| Value | 5 Ducats (10) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 17.26 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#434311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned three-parted shield with arms of Norway, Sweden and Norway mounted over big cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOMINVS PROVIDEBIT
16 64
C H
Translation: The Lord will provide.
Interesting fact
The 5 Ducats coin was minted during the reign of King Frederik III of Denmark, who ruled from 1648 to 1670. The coin was part of a new currency system introduced by the king to replace the old system based on the Danish mark. The 5 Ducats coin was equivalent to 1/4 of a Danish rigsdaler, which was the standard unit of account at the time. The coin was made of gold and weighed 17.26 grams, making it a significant piece of currency for its time. It featured an image of King Frederik III on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in limited quantities and was mainly used for large transactions and as a store of value. Today, the 5 Ducats - Frederik III 1663-1664 coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians.
