4 Mark - Christian V 1670-1680 front 4 Mark - Christian V 1670-1680 back
4 Mark - Christian V 1670-1680 photo
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4 Mark - Christian V

 
Silver (.672) 22.27 g 39.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1670-1680
Value
4 Mark = 1 Krone (⅔)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.672)
Weight
22.27 g
Diameter
39.4 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#110342
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Crowned Norwegian lion holding an axe and facing left, in a shield on top of a cross. The shield is crowned and is surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the edge.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ·IIII·MARCK· (m)·DANSKE·date

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 4 Mark - Christian V 1670-1680 from Norway made of Silver (.672) weighing 22.27 g is that it was minted during a time when Norway was still a part of the Danish kingdom. The coin features the image of King Christian V on one side and the coat of arms of Norway on the other. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not considered a high denomination coin at the time, and it was widely used in everyday transactions. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is highly sought after by numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1670  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Mark - Christian V 1670-1680 coin.