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© Oslo Myntgalleri
2 Skilling - Carl XV
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.5 g | 14.2 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Charles IV (Karl IV) (1859-1872) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1870-1871 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1816-1875) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 14.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#38996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Value and date on three lines with a rosette on each side of the value. Mintmark under the date and a beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 SKILLING
1871
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Skilling coin from Norway, minted during the reign of Carl XV (1870-1871), is that it was made of Billon, an alloy of copper and silver, containing 25% silver. This was a common practice in the 19th century, as silver was a valuable and sought-after metal, and using it in coinage helped to maintain the value of the currency. The use of Billon in coinage also allowed for the production of coins with a lower silver content, making them more affordable for the general population. Additionally, the 2 Skilling coin weighed 1.5 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin of its denomination at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1870 | 900000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1871 | 1140000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Skilling - Carl XV 1870-1871 coin.
