© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
1 Skilling - Christian VI
| Billon (.187 Silver) | 0.768 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VI (1730-1746) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1735-1746 |
| Value | 1 Skilling (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Billon (.187 Silver) |
| Weight | 0.768 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#326488 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Value and date on four lines. Below is the mintmark with an heart in the center.
Lettering:
* I *
SKILLING
DANSKE •
1735 •
C • ♥ W •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Skilling - Christian VI 1735-1746 coin from Denmark is that it was made of Billon, which is an alloy of copper and silver. Specifically, the coin contains 0.187 silver, which is a relatively low percentage of silver compared to other coins of its time. Despite this, the coin still maintains a significant collectible value due to its historical significance and rarity.
