2 Mark Dansk 'Bondedreng' - Christian V

€1.00
IssuerDenmark
Year1690
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Mark (⅓)
CurrencyRigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
CompositionSilver (.671)
Weight11 g
Dimensions32.1 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#403
Obverse descriptionHalf lenght full armored bust of King Christian V facing right. The King is wearing a bend with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant. Main features of this portrait (used only in this type and same deisgn 4 mark coin) are the bow tie and an elaborated wig.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringCHRISTIANVS.V.D.G.REX.DAN.N.V.G.
(Translation: Christian V King of Denmark, Norway, the Wends and the Goths by the Grace of God.)
Reverse descriptionCrowned bigger coat of arms of Denmark and its territories is adorned by a thin band with the pendant of the Order of Elephant. Date and value are divided at both sides of arms, while the mintmark is at bottom divided by the pendant. King`s motto is around rim, as legend, divided at both sides.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering2 | M 16 | 90 PIETATE ET | IUSTITIA (flower) C | W
(Translation: With piety and justice)
Edge
MintCW
Copenhagen, Denmark(?-1739)
Mintage1690 CW - -
Catalog ID8299778250
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