NORWAY. Ducat, 1669. Christiania Mint. Frederik III. NGC MS-62.
Fr-4; KM-88; Hede-6; Sieg-72; NMD-9; Schou-4; Aagaard-5.1; Bruun-10046. Weight: 3.48 gms. Mintmaster: Frederik Grüner (FG). Dated gold Ducats of Frederik III are amongst the most unobtainable of all world gold issues, with even the badly damaged examples being prized given the paucity of examples. Of the only four registered examples of this date, one is found in the National Museum of Denmark, one in the Münzkabinett in Vienna, and two reside in private collections, of which this example is the best. Given the extreme rarity of a Frederik III Ducat, any example would serve the needs of most collectors, though this specimen boasts tremendous eye appeal to boot. The rich luster shines, with a bright mirrored reflectivity presented. The details are engaging and well-placed, with handling remaining quite limited. The last public record of any Frederik III dated Ducat trading was a creased and mounted 1665, which realized a hammer price of approximately 150,000 Euros in 2018. Given the superiority of this example, we expect all collectors seeking a true treasure to place bids, given that the chances of finding a comparable example are close to zero.
From the L. E. Bruun Collection. Ex: Countship of Brahesminde Collection (Private Sale - 1922).

Estimate: $150000