© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
2 Mark - Christian V
1688 year| Silver (.672) | 11.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1688 |
| Value | 2 Mark (⅓) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.672) |
| Weight | 11.14 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#101769 |
|---|---|
| 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 Elefant Order's chain and the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the reverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering: *II·MARCK·DANSKE·1687
Edge
Plain
Comment
Only 9 specimens are know to existInteresting fact
The 2 Mark coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian V in 1688, 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 believed to have been used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The idea behind this design feature was that only a genuine coin made of pure silver would have a clean, round hole, while a counterfeit coin made of a cheaper metal would have a rough or irregular hole. This unique feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of its time and adds an extra layer of authenticity to its design.
