© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn
2 Skilling - Christian VII
| Billon (.344 silver) | 1.181 g | 17.3 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Christian VII (1766-1808) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1778-1788 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1746-1814) |
| Composition | Billon (.344 silver) |
| Weight | 1.181 g |
| Diameter | 17.3 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#72027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Crowned shield with 3 lions and 9 hearts
Two crossed hammers (Denotes Norway)
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1779 2 SKILLING DANSKE
HIAB
Comment
“Bauert” stamps were engraved by Johan Ephraim Bauert or Georg Valentin Bauert.
Notably has Larger and wider crossed hammers mintmark on reverse.
Inscription does not go directly over the crown on reverse.
Exists struck in copper.
Interesting fact
The 2 Skilling coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian VII (1778-1788), 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 that time period, and it adds an extra layer of cultural significance to the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1778 HIAB | 580000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1779 HIAB | 2533000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1780 HIAB | 7200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1781 HIAB | 4296000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1782 HIAB | 7891000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1783 HIAB | 7896000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1784 HIAB | 7891000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1785 HIAB | 3531000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1786 HIAB | 6341000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1787 HIAB | 3862000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1788 HIAB | 1841000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Skilling - Christian VII 1778-1788 coin.
