FD and FID DEF is abbreviated Latin and appears on the coins of most British and British Commonwealth countries in one form or another.
They are abbreviated from FIDEI DEFENSOR meaning "Defender of the Faith" a title bestowed on Henry VIII by Pope Leo X for his stance against the Protestant Reformation of Martin Luther. The title has been passed on to each successive king or queen.
Current British Coins carry the inscription "Elizabeth II D G REG FD", abbreviated from "ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA FIDEI DEFENSOR", meaning "Elizabeth II by the Grace of God, Defender of the Faith.
The "FD" stamp on gold earrings, alongside "14kt," typically indicates that the jewelry is made by a specific manufacturer or designer, where "FD" might represent their initials or brand name. The "14kt" signifies that the gold is 14 karats, meaning it contains 58.3% pure gold. This combination suggests that the earrings are both a quality gold item and associated with a particular maker. Always ensure to verify the authenticity of such markings with a reputable jeweler.
i have the same coin and it depends on the coin which is 5.5 grams and it is about 22 carat which is £164.09
All British coins have FD on them . All British monarchs since Henry VIII have FD (Fidei Defensor, Defender of the Faith) behind their name on a coin.
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Such a coin does not exist. Queen Elizabeth II was not born until 1926 and did not become Queen until 1953. Queen Victoria was on the throne in 1877. Please specify the denomination of the coin in your next question.
On a British coin the letters FD appear on the same side of the coin as the head of the monarch. They stand for Fidei Defensor (Latin for "defender of the faith') a title bestowed on King Henry VIII by the then Pole. The title has since been used by all British monarchs.
It is an English Penny.
The value of a gold 1967 Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina FD (which stands for "By the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith") coin would depend on its condition, rarity, and the current market for gold coins. It is best to consult with a numismatic expert or a coin dealer to determine its specific value.
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$141000
FC=Fuel Cell FR=Fire Retardant FD=Final Destination
"10 K FD" on jewelry typically refers to the metal purity of the piece. In this case, "10 K" indicates that the jewelry is made of 10 karat gold, which means it is 41.7% pure gold. The "FD" could potentially be a manufacturer's mark or a designer's signature, but without further context, it's difficult to determine its exact meaning.