© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
1 Mark Klipping - Christian II
1532 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian II (1513-1523) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1532 |
| Value | 1 Mark = 16 Skilling (⅙) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Irregular |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#121903 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding a halberd and facing left in a shield. Date above it.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 532
Comment
This series of coins were minted by Christian II in Oslo during his campaign to regain the throne from his uncle Frederik I. The silver used for these coins was sent by archbishop of Nidaros, Olav Engelbrektsson, as a show of support for his claim on the throne.Interesting fact
The 1 Mark Klipping - Christian II 1532 from Norway made of Silver is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples remaining in existence. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its value can range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on its condition and provenance.
