© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
1 Mark - Christian V
1687 year| Silver (.672) | 5.57 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| Value | 1 Mark = 16 Skilling (⅙) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.672) |
| Weight | 5.57 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#101712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned 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 Elephant Order's chain and the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the reverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·I·MARCK· | DANSKE·1687
HC | M
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mark coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian V in 1687, features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the manufacturing process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver, as the metal was valuable and often counterfeited. The presence of the hole in the center of the coin made it difficult for counterfeiters to create fake coins, as they would have to drill a similar hole in the center of their fake coins. This feature, known as a "test cut," was a common security measure used in coins during that time period.
