4 Mark - Frederik IV 1723 front 4 Mark - Frederik IV 1723 back
4 Mark - Frederik IV 1723 photo
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4 Mark - Frederik IV

1723 year
Silver (.672) 22.27 g 41 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick IV (1699-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1723
Value
4 Mark = 1 Krone (⅔)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.672)
Weight
22.27 g
Diameter
41 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#101120
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms divided in four parts by a cross. The four parts consists of the coat of arms of Denmark, Norway, Holstein and the Wends. The big coat of arms is surrounded by the chain of the Elefant Order and Dannebrog Order. At the edge, surrounding everything is the inscription. Date and minmark beneath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINUS MI | HI AUDITOR
⚒ H . C. 17 | 23 M. 🙛

Translation: The Lord be my helper

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 4 Mark coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik IV in 1723, was made of silver with a purity level of .672. This means that the coin contains 67.2% silver, which was a common composition for coins during that time period. The coin weighs 22.27 grams, which is relatively heavy compared to modern-day coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1723 HCM 30000 - - - - - -

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