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Merk (Charles II : First Coinage)
Merk (Charles II : First Coinage)
Merk (Charles II : First Coinage)

Merk (Charles II : First Coinage)

Issuer (St James's Palace, London, England, 1630 - 1685)
Date1671
Object NameMerk
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsCoins
DimensionsOverall: Diameter: 26 mm
Max.: Thickness: 1 mm
Weight: Weight: 6.65 gm
AcquisitionInnes Bequest, 1924.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS012024
About MeObverse: laureate, draped bust (r.); thistle-head mintmark below
Reverse: 4 crowned shields charged with arms; crowned interlocking letter Cs between shields
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