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12 Skilling - Frederik VI Rigsbank Token
1813 year| Copper | 10 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick VI (Frederik VI) (1808-1839) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1813 |
| Value | 12 Skilling (⅛) |
| Currency | Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#18275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Value and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RIGSBANKTEGN.
FOR
12 SKILLING.
1813.
Comment
These are government bonds issued after the 1813 bankruptcy. Although these tokens show a value do not claim to contain the net asset value indicated by the nominal value. Even if it is a sign of payment and not a coin in real terms, these government tokens are included in the current coins catalogues alongside real coins.
Interesting fact
The A Token 12 Skilling - Frederik VI (Rigsbank Token) 1813 from Denmark made of Copper weighing 10 g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in Denmark during a time when the country was experiencing a shortage of official coins. The token was issued by the Danish National Bank, Rigsbank, and was valid for 12 skilling, which was a fraction of the Danish rigsdaler currency. This token is a unique piece of history that highlights the resourcefulness and adaptability of the Danish people during a time of economic challenge.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1813 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 12 Skilling - Frederik VI (Rigsbank Token) 1813 coin.
