2 Skilling - Carl XIV 1842-1843 front 2 Skilling - Carl XIV 1842-1843 back
2 Skilling - Carl XIV 1842-1843 photo
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2 Skilling - Carl XIV

 
Billon (.250 silver) 1.5000 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Charles III John (1818-1844)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1842-1843
Value
2 Skilling (1⁄60)
Currency
Speciedaler (1816-1875)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Weight
1.5000 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#46008
Rarity index
56%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2 SKILLING
1842

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Skilling coin from Norway, minted during the reign of Carl XIV (1842-1843), is that it was made of Billon, an alloy of copper and silver, which was a common practice in coinage during that time period. The use of Billon in coinage was a way to stretch the limited supply of silver, while still maintaining the value of the coin. The 2 Skilling coin weighs 1.5000 grams, which is relatively light compared to other coins of similar value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1842  1500000 - - - - - -

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