© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
2 Mark Klipping - Christian II
1531 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian II (1513-1523) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1531 |
| Value | 2 Mark = 32 Skilling (⅓) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Irregular |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#121235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding a halberd and facing left in a shield. Date above it.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1531
Comment
This series of coins were minted by Christian II in Oslo during his campaign to regain the throne from his uncle Frederik I. The silver used for these coins was sent by archbishop of Nidaros, Olav Engelbrektsson, as a show of support for his claim on the throne.Interesting fact
The 2 Mark Klipping coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian II in 1531, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique combination of Christian imagery and Norse mythology, reflecting the cultural influences of the period.
