© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
© Auktionen Münzhandlung Sonntag
1 Mark Dansk - Frederik II Copenhagen
| Silver (.649) | 9.744 g | 30.70 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II (Frederik II) (1559-1588) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1563 |
| Value | 1 Mark (⅓) |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Silver (.649) |
| Weight | 9.744 g |
| Diameter | 30.70 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108004 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value and date on four lines within beaded circle. Lettering surround with mintmark at end, in upper position.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
°I°
MARCK
DANSKE
°1561°
NORWEGIE · SLAVO:GOTOR · Q · REX (mm)
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
The 1 Mark Dansk coin featuring Frederik II of Denmark was minted during a time of great change in the country. It was issued during the Danish Reformation, which saw the country transition from a Catholic to a Lutheran state. This period of religious upheaval had a significant impact on the coinage of Denmark, as it led to the introduction of new coinage designs and the replacement of Catholic imagery with Protestant symbols. The coin , with its depiction of Frederik II, reflects this shift in religious ideology and is a fascinating piece of history.
