1 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV 1624 front 1 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV 1624 back
1 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV 1624 photo
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1 Skilling Dansk - Christian IV

1624 year
Billon (.156) 0.921 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian IV (1588-1648)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1624
Value
1 Skilling (1⁄84)
Currency
First Speciedaler (-1625)
Composition
Billon (.156)
Weight
0.921 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#107863
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Value in letters on four lines in pearled circle; legend and date around rim. Mintmark after date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.I.
SKILI
NG DA
NSK

NOR.VAN.GOTO.REX 1624 ☘

Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths

Interesting fact

The 1 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian IV in 1624, features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to signify its value, as it was believed that the hole represented the "soul" of the coin, and the value of the coin was thought to be connected to the soul of the person who owned it. This interesting fact adds to the historical and cultural significance of the coin, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.