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10 Skilling - Christian VIII
| Silver (.625) | 2.436 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | United States Virgin Islands › Danish West Indies (1730-1917) |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VIII (1839-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1840-1847 |
| Value | 10 Skilling (5⁄48) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler (1740-1849) |
| Composition | Silver (.625) |
| Weight | 2.436 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#29678 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 65% |
Reverse
Denomination
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*X*
SKILLING
DANSK
AMERIK:
MYNT.
1845.
Translation:
10 Danish Skillings
Danish America Mint
Edge
Engrailed
Interesting fact
The 10 Skilling coin from the United States Virgin Islands › Danish West Indies (1730-1917) is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a unique historical period. The coin was minted during the reign of Christian VIII of Denmark, who ruled from 1840 to 1847. At that time, the Danish West Indies were still a Danish colony, and the coin was used as a means of exchange among the inhabitants. The fact that it was made of silver and weighs 2.436 grams adds to its historical significance, as it highlights the value and importance of this coin during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1840 | 103000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1845 | 97000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1847 | 109000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Skilling - Christian VIII 1840-1847 coin.
