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2 Mark "Klippingar" - Karl as Duke of Södermanland
Silver | - | - |
Issuer | Duchy of Södermanland (Sweden) |
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Duke | Charles IX (1560-1604) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1603-1604 |
Value | 2 Mark (⅓) |
Currency | First riksdaler (1598-1665) |
Composition | Silver |
Shape | Square (irregular) |
Technique | Klippe |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#156235 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned monogram of Karl.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CDS
Interesting fact
The "Klippingar" coin was used as a form of emergency currency during a period of economic crisis in Sweden in the early 17th century.