© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
1 Mark - Carl XII Countermark; type 1 ND
1705 year| Silver (.694) | 5.20 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | City of Riga (Swedish Livonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XII (Karl XII) (1697-1718) |
| Period | Great Northern War (1700-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1705 |
| Value | 1 Mark = ⅛ Riksdaler |
| Currency | Second Riksdaler (1705-1710) |
| Composition | Silver (.694) |
| Weight | 5.20 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Countermarked |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#94727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Three crowns with legend beside and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
[16 - 65]
[I · - M ·]
[I · - K ·]
Edge
Plain
Comment
These countermarks were applied in December of 1705.The host coin for the countermark is a Swedish 1 Mark piece. While all dates of the host coin can theoretically appear on the countermarked versions, it is possible not every date was countermarked.
This type is reported; however, more information is needed on which dates are known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of King Carl XII of Sweden, who was known for his military conquests and territorial expansion, including the capture of Riga in 1700. The coin's countermark, which features the letters "C" and "R" (for Carl and Riga) and a crown, was added to the coin to indicate its issuance by the City of Riga under Swedish rule. This coin is a rare example of a coin issued during this period and is highly sought after by collectors.
