2 Mark - Christian V

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1687
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Mark (⅓)
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.672)
Weight11.14 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#165, Rønning#119c, Skaare#624
Obverse descriptionCrowned mirrored monogram of king Christian V, surrounded by inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the obverse. Stars instead of dots in the inscription.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering*PIETATE·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. The shield is rounded and divides the mint master`s initials. Surrounded by the Elefant Order`s chain and the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the reverse. Without mintmark.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering·II·MARCK·DANSKE·1687
EdgeSmooth
Mint
Mintage1687  - -
Catalog ID7511745030
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