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½ Rigsbankskilling - Christian VIII
1842 year| Copper | 3.64 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VIII (1839-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1842 |
| Value | ½ Rigsbankskilling (1⁄192) |
| Currency | Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.64 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and scepter with Crown of Denmark above; below the value with date at left and mintmarks at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
1842 R:B:S ♔ V S
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the ½ Rigsbankskilling - Christian VIII 1842 coin from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of monetary reform in Denmark. In 1842, the Danish government introduced a new coinage system, which replaced the old system based on the Danish rigsdaler with a new system based on the krone and øre. The ½ Rigsbankskilling coin was minted as part of this reform, and it features King Christian VIII on one side and the Danish coat of arms on the other. This coin is a rare and interesting example of the transition from the old to the new monetary system in Denmark during the 19th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 ♔ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Rigsbankskilling - Christian VIII 1842 coin.
