½ Skilling - Christian V 1693-1696 front ½ Skilling - Christian V 1693-1696 back
½ Skilling - Christian V 1693-1696 photo
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½ Skilling - Christian V

 
Copper 3.6 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1693-1696
Value
½ Skilling (1⁄192)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.6 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
0.15 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#175690
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

Big crown divides value at sides. Below the crown are the letters P.I. , initials of King's motto "Pietate & Iustitia" and lower the date divided by a heart. Legend along the rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
½ S
·P·&·I·
* DAN·NOR·VAN·GOT·REX *
·(da ♥ te)·

Translation:
King of Norway, of the Wends and the Goths.
With Piety and Justice

Interesting fact

The ½ Skilling coin was used as a means of payment in Denmark during the reign of King Christian V (1693-1696). It was made of copper and weighed 3.6 grams. Despite its small size and value, the coin was an important part of the Danish monetary system at the time, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the era.