8 Mark - Charles XI 1670 front 8 Mark - Charles XI 1670 back
8 Mark - Charles XI 1670 photo
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8 Mark - Charles XI

1670 year
Silver (.922) 31.35 g 41.65 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1670
Value
8 Mark Silfwermynt (4⁄3)
Currency
Second riksdaler (1665-1715)
Composition
Silver (.922)
Weight
31.35 g
Diameter
41.65 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#55505
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned double C monogram, with value below. Three crowns in field

Script: Latin

Lettering:
8 M
FACTVS.EST.DOMINVS.PROTECTOR.MEVS.1670.

Edge

Both lettered edge and plain edge with small bust and broken legend are known

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
1670 FIRST 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.