8 Mark - Charles XI 1667 front 8 Mark - Charles XI 1667 back
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8 Mark - Charles XI

1667 year
Silver (.922) 31.35 g 47 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Charles XI (Karl XI) (1660-1697)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1667
Value
8 Mark (4⁄3)
Currency
Second riksdaler (1665-1715)
Composition
Silver (.922)
Weight
31.35 g
Diameter
47 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#68041
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned shield of Sweden. Value and date near rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ·VIII·MARK SVENSKA·1667

Interesting fact

The 8 Mark coin from Sweden, minted during the reign of Charles XI in 1667, was made of silver with a purity 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
1667  2046 - - - - - -

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