© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2 Mark Dansk - Frederik III Type 1: lettering counterclockwise
| Silver (.671) | 11.136 g | 31.2 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1667-1668 |
| Value | 2 Mark (⅓) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 11.136 g |
| Diameter | 31.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#111376 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned pointed shield with arms of Denmark over short arm cross divides mint master initials at sides. The shield is partially within a beaded circle, with value in letters outside, in legend, with date at end. The value is readable counterclockwise from upper left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* II * MARCK * | * DANSKE * 1668
G | K
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique counterclockwise lettering style, which sets it apart from other coins of the same era and denomination.
