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8 Mark - Charles XI
1670 yearSilver (.922) | 31.3475 g | 42 mm |
Issuer | Sweden |
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King | Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1670 |
Value | 8 Mark (4⁄3) |
Currency | Second riksdaler (1665-1715) |
Composition | Silver (.922) |
Weight | 31.3475 g |
Diameter | 42 mm |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#37559 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned shields in cruciform, with shield of Sweden in center. Value in field.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1670
.SVE: GOTH: WAND: REX.
8. M:
S: M:
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Mark coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Charles XI in 1670, is that it was made of silver with a purity level of .922, which is relatively high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains 92.2% silver and 7.8% other metals, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1670 | 4223 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Mark - Charles XI 1670 coin.