2 Mark - Christian V

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1671
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Mark = ⅓ Speciedaler
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.667)
Weight10.63 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#105, Rønning#91, Skaare#583
Obverse descriptionCrowned monogram of king Christian V, surrounded by a beaded ring. Beaded ring at the edge of the coin. Inscription in between the beaded rings
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering·PIETATE·ET·IUSTITITA·
(Translation: With piety and justice)
Reverse descriptionCrowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in a shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering·II·MARCK· (m)·DANSKE·date
Edge
Mint
Mintage1671  - -
Catalog ID3615123250
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