3 Mark Dansk - Frederik II (Copenhagen) 1563 front 3 Mark Dansk - Frederik II (Copenhagen) 1563 back
3 Mark Dansk - Frederik II (Copenhagen) 1563 photo
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3 Mark Dansk - Frederik II Copenhagen

1563 year
Silver (.937) 29.03 g 38.75 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick II (Frederik II) (1559-1588)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1563
Value
3 Mark (1)
Currency
Gulden (1513-1572)
Composition
Silver (.937)
Weight
29.03 g
Diameter
38.75 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#142126
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Value and date in roman numbers on four lines within beaded circle. Lettering surround with mintmark at end, in upper position.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
+III+
MARCK
DANSKE
+LXIII+

NORWEGIE : SLAVO : GOTOR : Q : REX

Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths

Comment

Exists also in gold istead of silver with value of 10 Dukaten (or 1 Portugaløser) but is of greatest rarity

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 3 Mark Dansk - Frederik II (Copenhagen) 1563 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled into the coin to signify that it had been tested for its purity and weight, as was the practice during that time period. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of its era and adds to its historical significance.