© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
2 Mark Dansk "Bondedreng" - Christian V
1690 year| Silver (.671) | 11 g | 32.1 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1690 |
| Value | 2 Mark (⅓) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 32.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#182253 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned bigger coat of arms of Denmark and its territories is adorned by a thin band with the pendant of the Order of Elephant. Date and value are divided at both sides of arms, while the mintmark is at bottom divided by the pendant. King's motto is around rim, as legend, divided at both sides.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 | M
16 | 90
PIETATE ET | IUSTITIA (flower)
C | W
Translation: With piety and justice
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Christian V of Denmark, who was known for his efforts to modernize and strengthen the Danish economy and military. The coin's design, featuring a young boy (known as a "bondedreng") on the obverse, was a departure from the traditional depiction of royalty on coins and was intended to symbolize the future of Denmark.
