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12 Skilling - Christian VII
1767 year| Silver (.500) | 3.248 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United States Virgin Islands › Danish West Indies (1730-1917) |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1767 |
| Value | 12 Skilling (⅛) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler (1740-1849) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 3.248 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#35985 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Ship within circle
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICANSK M XII SKILL DANSKE
1767
Translation:
12 Danish Skilling
American Mint
Edge
Plain
Comment
Struck in 1782 with a frozen date of 1767Interesting fact
The 12 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 in 1767, during the reign of Christian VII of Denmark, and it was used in the Danish West Indies, which was a colony of Denmark at the time. The coin was made of silver and weighed 3.248 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin of its time. The fact that it was used in a colonial setting and has a unique history makes it an interesting piece for collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1767 A | 390000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1767 C | 80000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1767 K | 240000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Skilling - Christian VII 1767 coin.
