1 Skilling - Christian II ND (1513-1523) front 1 Skilling - Christian II ND (1513-1523) back
1 Skilling - Christian II ND (1513-1523) photo
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1 Skilling - Christian II ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian II (1513-1523)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1513-1523
Value
1 Skilling
Currency
Skilling (1483-1523)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#124914
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Coat of arms of Norway (Crowned lion holding a haldberd and facing left in a shield) within a beaded ring. Inscription around it and another beaded ring on the rim.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: MONETA NOVA REGIS NORVEGIE

Lettering (regular font): MONETA NOVA REGIS NORVEGIE

Translation: New Money of the King of Norway

Interesting fact

The 1 Skilling coin was used as a means of payment in Norway during the reign of King Christian II (1513-1523). It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the king's crowned bust on one side and a cross on the other. The coin was minted in the city of Oslo (then known as Christiania) and was used throughout the country for everyday transactions. Despite its age, some of these coins are still in circulation among collectors today, making them a valuable piece of Norwegian history.