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© Nationalmuseet i København (CC BY-SA 4.0)
6 Ducats - Frederik III Victory over Swedish army
1659 year| Gold | 20.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1659 |
| Value | 6 Ducats (12) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 20.94 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#427867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Arm holding sword and coming out left from cloud, cuts open hand reaching for Royal Crown; all is partially encircled within beaded circle. Legend outside the circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* SOLI * DEO * GLORIA
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Interesting fact
The 6 Ducats - Frederik III (Victory over Swedish army) 1659 coin from Denmark is made of gold and weighs 20.94 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate King Frederik III's victory over the Swedish army during the Second Northern War, which took place from 1655 to 1660. The coin's design features an image of the king on horseback, surrounded by soldiers and military symbols, and the inscription "FREDERICUS III DEI GRATIA" (Frederik III, by the grace of God). This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
