1 Mark - Charles XI 1663-1674 front 1 Mark - Charles XI 1663-1674 back
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1 Mark - Charles XI

 
Silver (.694) 5.2 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1663-1674
Value
1 Mark (⅛)
Currency
Second riksdaler (1665-1715)
Composition
Silver (.694)
Weight
5.2 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#94726
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
16 83
I. M.
I - K

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Mark - Charles XI 1663-1674 from Sweden made of Silver (.694) weighing 5.2 g is that it was minted during a time of great change in Sweden. Charles XI, who ruled Sweden from 1660 to 1697, implemented a number of reforms during his reign, including the introduction of a new coinage system in 1663. This coin, which features an image of Charles XI on one side and the Swedish coat of arms on the other, was part of that new system and was used widely throughout Sweden during his reign. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not particularly valuable, with a value of only 1 mark, which was a relatively low denomination at the time. Today, however, this coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and rarity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1663  73000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Mark - Charles XI 1663-1674 coin.