12 Skilling - Carl XV 1861-1862 front 12 Skilling - Carl XV 1861-1862 back
12 Skilling - Carl XV 1861-1862 photo
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12 Skilling - Carl XV

 
Silver (.875) 2.89 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Charles IV (Karl IV) (1859-1872)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1861-1862
Value
12 Skilling (0.1)
Currency
Speciedaler (1816-1875)
Composition
Silver (.875)
Weight
2.89 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#39000
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned arms separating denomination within oak wreath, date separated at bottom by two hammers.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
12 SK
1861

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 12 Skilling coin from Norway is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was minted in 1861-1862, during the reign of King Carl XV, who was instrumental in modernizing Norway's economy and political system. The coin's design, featuring the king's portrait and the Norwegian coat of arms, reflects the country's growing sense of national identity during this period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1861  2500 - - - - - -
1862  2500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Skilling - Carl XV 1861-1862 coin.