© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
© Heidelberger Münzhandlung Herbert Grün e.K.
2 Mark Dansk - Frederik III Type 2: lettering clockwise
| Silver (.671) | 11.25 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1669 |
| Value | 2 Mark (⅓) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 11.25 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#180657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
A big crowned pointed shield with arms of Denmark is over a short arm cross; both cross and shield are partially within a beaded circle, with value in letters outside, as legend, and date at end. The legend is readable clockwise from upper right
Script: Latin
Lettering: * II * MARCK * | *DANSKE * 1668
Interesting fact
The 2 Mark Dansk coin featuring Frederik III (Type 2: lettering clockwise) was minted during a time of great change in Denmark. In 1668, the year the coin was minted, Denmark was in the process of transitioning from a feudal society to an absolute monarchy, with Frederik III as the ruling king. This coin was one of the first to feature the new monarch's image, and it marked a significant shift in the country's currency and economy.
