2 Skilling - Christian V 1675-1683 front 2 Skilling - Christian V 1675-1683 back
2 Skilling - Christian V 1675-1683 photo
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2 Skilling - Christian V

 
Billon (.406 silver) 1.09 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1675-1683
Value
2 Skilling (1⁄48)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Billon (.406 silver)
Weight
1.09 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#99104
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Value and date on four lines, mintmark under the date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
*II*
SKILLING
DANSKE
1675

Interesting fact

The 2 Skilling coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian V (1675-1683), features a unique 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 the coins onto a string or cord, allowing them to be worn around the neck or attached to clothing. This design feature was particularly useful for the lower denomination coins, like the 2 Skilling, which were used for everyday transactions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1675  272000 - - - - - -
1676  95000 - - - - - -
1677  89000 - - - - - -
1678  370000 - - - - - -
1679  499000 - - - - - -
1680  528000 - - - - - -
1681  441000 - - - - - -
1682  331000 - - - - - -
1683  246000 - - - - - -

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 1675-1683 coin.