1 Skilling - Christian VII 1779-1780 front 1 Skilling - Christian VII 1779-1780 back
1 Skilling - Christian VII 1779-1780 photo
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1 Skilling - Christian VII

 
Billon (.187 silver) 0.77 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian VII (1766-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1779-1780
Value
1 Skilling (1⁄96)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1746-1814)
Composition
Billon (.187 silver)
Weight
0.77 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#99009
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Value and date on four lines, date divided by mintmark
Mintmaster's inscription beneath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*I*
SKILLING
DANSKE
17 79
HIAB

Interesting fact

The 1 Skilling coin featuring Christian VII was the first coin to be issued in Norway with a standardized design and denomination. Prior to its introduction, various local currencies were used in different regions of Norway, making trade and commerce challenging. The introduction of the 1 Skilling coin helped to establish a uniform currency system in Norway, paving the way for easier financial transactions and contributing to the country's economic development.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1779 HIAB 845000 - - - - - -
1780 HIAB 1152000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Skilling - Christian VII 1779-1780 coin.