© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
1 Skilling - Frederik I
1530 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick I (Friedrich I) (1523-1533) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1530 |
| Value | 1 Skilling |
| Currency | Skilling (1483-1523) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#121900 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Danish coat of arms with three lions facing left in a crowned shield. The coat of arms on top of a two-lined cross and surrounded by beaded ring. Inscription around it. Beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MON NOV BERGEN
Lettering (regular font): MON NOV BERGEN
Translation: New money of Bergen
Interesting fact
The 1 Skilling coin was used in Norway during the reign of King Frederik I (1523-1533) and was made of silver. It was a standard circulation coin and was used for everyday transactions. The coin features the king's name and title on one side and the Norwegian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was significant because it was a valuable and durable metal, making the coin a reliable and trustworthy form of currency.
