Denmark 5 Ducats - Frederik IV, 1704
Christiansborg
Information
Country
Denmark
Denmark
Currency
Rigsdaler specie
(1625 – 1813)
Coin type
Circulating commemorative coin
Denomination
5 Ducats
Year
1704
Ruler
Frederick IV (Frederik IV)
(1699–1730)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
17.32
Diameter (mm)
31
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Ducats from Denmark. Issued in 1704. Struck in Gold (.979). Measures 31 mm and weighs 17.32 g.
- Obverse
- Draped and armored bust of King Frederik IV facing right wearing the pendant of the Order of the Elephant. Legend around the portrait, divided at top by curly hair. (Frederik IV Dei Gratia King of Denmark, Norway, the Wends and he Goths)
- Reverse
- A three-masted ship with Danish banner and Dansk Vestindisk Compagnie initials on its stern, is going at full sails to the West, represented as a setting sun. Date below, in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1704 | 251 |
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