Merk

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1 Merk Scots, 1677

History

Scottish silver coin. The orginal value of the merk minted as half, quarter and also as 4 merk coins in the reign of Charles II. was 13s. 4d. It was raised to 14s. in 1681.

See Money (Great Britain)

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