Norway 2 Mark - Frederik IV, 1725 – 1726

2 Mark from Norway. Issued from 1725 to 1726. Struck in Silver (.672). Measures 32 mm and weighs 11.14 g.

Obverse

Crowned double mirrored monogram of King Frederik IV. Legend surrounding, along the rim with mintmark in the middle. (By Gods grace, king of Denmark, Norway, the Wends and the Goths)

Reverse

Crowned three-parted shield above a small lined cross. The shield has an inverted pear-shape and have the arms of Denmark, Norway and Kalmar Union. The shield in encircled by a band tied to shield border with the pendant of the Order the Elephant. King's motto as legend along the rim with date at end. (The Lord be my helper)