2 Skilling - Christian V 1688-1699 front 2 Skilling - Christian V 1688-1699 back
2 Skilling - Christian V 1688-1699 photo
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2 Skilling - Christian V

 
Billon (.344 silver) 1.2 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1688-1699
Value
2 Skilling (1⁄48)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Billon (.344 silver)
Weight
1.2 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
0.6 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#54204
Rarity index
76%

Reverse

Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe, facing left. Surrounded by value and date. Beaded ring on the edege of the reverse.

Script: Latin

Lettering: II SKILLING DANSKE 1689

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Skilling coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian V (1688-1699), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to make it easier for people to thread a string or cord through it, allowing them to wear the coin as a pendant or amulet. This unique feature was a common practice in Scandinavian countries during the 17th and 18th centuries, and it adds an extra layer of historical and cultural significance to the coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1689  728000 - - - - - -
1690  898000 - - - - - -
1691  959000 - - - - - -
1692  334000 - - - - - -
1693  306000 - - - - - -
1694  370000 - - - - - -
1695  357000 - - - - - -
1696  371000 - - - - - -
1697  455000 - - - - - -
1698  396000 - - - - - -
1699  483000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Skilling - Christian V 1688-1699 coin.