Denmark 1 Ducat Species - Christian VII, 1771
Trade Coinage
Information
Country
Denmark
Denmark
Currency
Rigsdaler specie
(1625 – 1813)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Ducat
Year
1771
Ruler
Christian VII
(1766–1808)
Composition
Gold (.979)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
3.48
Diameter (mm)
21.29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Ducat from Denmark. Issued in 1771. Struck in Gold (.979). Measures 21.29 mm and weighs 3.48 g.
- Obverse
- Standing wildman holding a long club in left hand and an oval shield with King's monogram in right. The wildman divides date at both sides. King's motto as legend around rim. Initial of the engraver below the shield. (The love of the fatherland is my reward)
- Reverse
- Four lines text in an ornate square frame. (Altona Gold coin according to Empire Law)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1771 W | 341 |
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