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2 Rigsbankskilling - Christian VIII
1842 year| Copper | 14.616 g | 28.6 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VIII (1839-1848) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1842 |
| Value | 2 Rigsbankskilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Rigsbankdaler (1813-1854) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 14.616 g |
| Diameter | 28.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Crossed sword and scepter with Crown of Denmark above; below the value with date at left and mintmarks at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2
1842 R:B:S ♔ V.S.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the 2 Rigsbankskilling - Christian VIII 1842 coin from Denmark is that it was minted during a time of monetary reform in Denmark. In 1842, the Danish government introduced a new coinage system, which replaced the old system of skillings and rigsbankskillings with a new system based on kroner and ore. This coin, minted in 1842, was part of the transition period and features the old denominations on one side and the new denominations on the other. This makes it a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1842 ♔ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Rigsbankskilling - Christian VIII 1842 coin.
