2 Mark Dansk - Frederik III Type 2: lettering clockwise

€2.00
IssuerDenmark
Year1668-1669
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value2 Mark (⅓)
CurrencyRigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
CompositionSilver (.671)
Weight11.25 g
Dimensions32 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#298
Obverse descriptionCrowned King`s monogram within beaded circle. King`s motto around rim, outside the circle. Mintmark in lower position, breaking the motto in two parts.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering* DOMINVS * ☘ * PROVIDEBIT *
(Translation: The Lord will be my guide)
Reverse descriptionA big crowned pointed shield with arms of Denmark is over a short arm cross; both cross and shield are partially within a beaded circle, with value in letters outside, as legend, and date at end. The legend is readable clockwise from upper right
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering* II * MARCK * | *DANSKE * 1668
Edge
Mint
Copenhagen, Denmark(?-1739)
Mintage1668 ☘ - -
1669 ☘ - -
Catalog ID8889136910
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