1 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1686 front 1 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1686 back
1 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1686 photo
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1 Skilling Dansk - Christian V

1686 year
Billon (.187 silver) 1.11 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1686
Value
1 Skilling (1⁄96)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Billon (.187 silver)
Weight
1.11 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#129056
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Value and date on four lines. Mint master initials below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
* I *
SKILING
DANSKE
. 1686 .
. G . S .

Interesting fact

The 1 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian V in 1686, features an interesting 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 a string or cord through it, allowing them to wear the coin as a pendant or amulet. This unique feature was a common practice in medieval Europe, particularly in Scandinavian countries, and was believed to bring good luck and protection to the wearer.