2 Mark - Christian V
1687 year| Silver (.672) | 11.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1687 |
| 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#101777 |
|---|---|
| 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. The shield is smaller than KM#163. Surrounded by the Elefant Order's chain and the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge of the reverse.
Lettering: ·II·MARCK·DANSKE·1687
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the 2 Mark - Christian V 1687 from Norway is that it was minted during a time when Norway was still under Danish rule, and it features the image of King Christian V of Denmark on one side and the Norwegian coat of arms on the other.
