© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
2 Mark Dansk - Christian V Year above value
1691 year| Silver (.671) | 11.136 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | 2 Mark (⅓) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 11.136 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#112647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned bigger coat of arms of Denmark and its territories is adorned by pendant of the Order of Elephant. The date and value are divided at sides (near top of the arms), while the mintmark is at bottom divides by the pendant. King's mottos are at both sides, around the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
16 | 91
2 | M
PIETATE ET | IUSTITIA.
C | W
Translation: With Piety and Justice
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Christian V of Denmark, who ruled from 1670 to 1699. The coin features the king's name and year of minting above the value, which was a common practice during this time period. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal for coinage during this era.
