© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
1 Mark - Christian V
| Silver (.672) | 5.57 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1689-1694 |
| Value | 1 Mark = 16 Skilling (⅙) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.672) |
| Weight | 5.57 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#101762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe, facing left. Big crown over the lion and inscription and laurettes surrounding it. Beaded ring on the edge of the reverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·I·MARCK·DANSKE·1689
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Mark coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian V (1689-1694), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting 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 silver is a soft metal that can be easily dented or punctured. By drilling a small hole in the coin, the mint officials could verify that the coin was indeed made of silver, and not a cheaper metal that might have been used to counterfeit the coin. This unique feature makes the 1 Mark coin from Christian V's reign a fascinating and valuable collector's item for numismatists.
