© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
16 Skilling - Frederick III
| Silver (.672) | 5.57 g | 28.6 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1669 |
| Value | 16 Skilling = 1 Mark (⅙) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.672) |
| Weight | 5.57 g |
| Diameter | 28.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#99347 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe, facing left. Surrounded by King's motto.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ·DOMINUS·PROVIDEBIT
Translation: Lord will be my provider.
Comment
TYPE 1: 1649 - 1661 - Date in obverse after the value. Legend in obverse starts from lower left. There are some subtypes:Hede 68B with ☘ mintmark
Hede 68C with hop (h) mintmark
Hede 68D with hop (h) mintmark - Crowned monogram all inside the ring
Hede 68E with ☘ mintmark - Crowned monogram all inside the ring - Legend in obverse starts from upper right
Hede 68F with ☘ mintmark - Crowned monogram breaks the ring - Legend in obverse starts from upper right
Hede 68G without mintmark - Crowned monogram breaks the ring - Legend in obverse starts from upper right
TYPE 2: 1663 - Hede 68H - Mintmark ☘ after value (DANSKE) in obverse. Legend in obverse with date at end.
TYPE 2: 1665 - 1669 - Hede 68I - Mintmark ☘ after value (DANSK) in obverse. Date in obverse in lower position, with legend starting at its left.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 16 Skilling coin from Norway is that it was issued during the reign of King Frederick III, who was also known as "the King of the Peasants" due to his efforts to improve the lives of the common people. Despite being made of silver, the coin was designed to be accessible to the general population, with a relatively low denomination and a durable design that could withstand heavy use. This coin is a testament to the king's commitment to improving the lives of his subjects, and it remains a popular collector's item to this day.
