1 Ducat - Frederik V Coronation

€322,683.00
IssuerDenmark
Year1747
TypeCommemorative circulation coin
Value1 Ducat (2)
CurrencyRigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
CompositionGold (.979)
Weight3.49 g
Dimensions21 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#565, Fr# 2#7 1#, 1#, Fr# 2#7 1#, 2#
Obverse descriptionCrowned King Frederik V in regal clothes and long robe standing to right with scepter and globus cruciger in hands (Coronation portrait). Date below.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringFRIDERICVS • V • D • G • REX • DAN • NOR • V • G • • 1747 •
(Translation: Frederik V Dei Gratia King of Denmark, Norway, the Wends and the Goths)
Reverse descriptionOrnate three-parted shield with Arms of Denmark, Norway and the Kalmar Union is bent on a pillar above a brick wall. The shield is partially covered by an ermine mantle (symbol of the King and the Coronation) and is adorned with symbols of the Kingdom power: the Crown of Denmark, a bend with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant and a shield (or a mirror).
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringPRUDENTIA ET CONSTANTIA A
(Translation: With prudence and constance)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1747  - -
Catalog ID1505077790
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