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1 Skilling Dansk - Christian III Copenhagen
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.982 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian III (1534-1559) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1542-1558 |
| Value | 1 Skilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.982 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#47997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value and date on five lines within beaded circle. Lettering surround
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ I +
SKILLI
NCK·DA
NSKE
+ 5Z +
NORWEGIE · VANDA · GOTO · Q · REX *
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to make it easier for people to thread the coins onto a string or cord, allowing them to be worn around the neck or attached to clothing. This design feature was particularly useful for the lower-denomination coins, like the 1 Skilling, which were used for everyday transactions and were often carried in large quantities by the general population.
