2 Mark Dansk - Christian IV 1604 front 2 Mark Dansk - Christian IV 1604 back
2 Mark Dansk - Christian IV 1604 photo
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2 Mark Dansk - Christian IV

1604 year
Silver (.646) 18.37 g 36.21 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1604
Value
2 Marks (½)
Currency
First Speciedaler (-1625)
Composition
Silver (.646)
Weight
18.37 g
Diameter
36.21 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#111384
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Value and date on four lines within rope circle. Legend outside with clover mintmark at end.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* II *.
MARCK
DANSKE
.1604.
NORWEGI · VANDA: GOTHORVM · Q · REX

Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths

Comment

The weight can vary from 16,58gr to 18,37gr, due to its edge over the crown being cut during mintage.

Interesting fact

The 2 Mark Dansk coin featuring Christian IV of Denmark was minted in 1604, and it's made of silver with a purity of .646. That's a relatively high silver content compared to many other coins of its time, which makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.