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1 Skilling - Frederik I

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1523-1533)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1525-1530 (1524-1533)
Value
1 Skilling
Currency
Skilling (1483-1523)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#121754
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Norwegian lion holding a haldberd and facing left in a shield with a small cross on top of it. It is surrounded by a beaded ring with another beaded ring on the rim. Inscription between the two rings.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ♔ MoИETA ИoVA AИSloiEИsis 15Z5

Lettering (regular font): ♔ MONETA NOVA ANSLOIENSIS 15Z5

Unabridged legend: Moneta nova Ansloensis 1525

Translation: New money of Oslo

Interesting fact

The 1 Skilling coin was used as a means of payment in Norway during the reign of King Frederik I (1524-1533). It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the king's crowned bust on one side and a cross on the other. The coin was minted in the city of Oslo (then known as Christiania) and was used throughout the country for various transactions, including buying goods and paying taxes. Despite its small denomination, the 1 Skilling coin played an important role in the economy of Norway during this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1524-1533)  - - - - - -

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