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2 Mark - Carl XI 2nd shield
1664 year| Silver | 10.08 g | 33.03 mm |
| Issuer | City of Reval (Swedish Estonia) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1664 |
| Value | 2 Mark |
| Currency | Mark (1561-1710) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.08 g |
| Diameter | 33.03 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#138635 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Three stacked lions in crowned shield separating value and surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · NOVA · AR GE : CIV : REVAL · 1664
2 - M
Translation:
Moneta Nova Argentea Civitatis Revaliensis
New silver coin of the city of Reval
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Carl XI of Sweden, who ruled from 1660 to 1697. The coin features the king's name and image on one side, and the coat of arms of the City of Reval (now known as Tallinn, Estonia) on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighs 10.08 grams, making it a significant piece of currency for its time.
