1 Mark - Christian V

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1688
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Mark = 16 Skilling (⅙)
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.672)
Weight5.57 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#175, Rønning#122c, Skaare#627
Obverse descriptionCrowned mirrored monogram of king Christian V, surrounded by inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the obverse.
Obverse script
Obverse letteringPIETATE·ET·IUSTITIA
(Translation: With piety and justice)
Reverse descriptionCrowned coat of arms in a shield over a cross. On the shield is the Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left. Surrounded by the Elephant Order`s chain and the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the reverse.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering·I·MARCK·DANSKE·1688
EdgeSmooth
Mint
Mintage1688 HCM - -
Catalog ID4381750360
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