2 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1676-1681 front 2 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1676-1681 back
2 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1676-1681 photo
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2 Skilling Dansk - Christian V

 
Billon (.281 silver) 1.32 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Christian V (1670-1699)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1676-1681
Value
2 Skilling (1⁄48)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Billon (.281 silver)
Weight
1.32 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#22576
Rarity index
36%

Reverse

Denomination in letters on three lines above mintmark within circle surrounded by legend with date at end.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
II
SKILL
DANS
· NOR · VAN · GOT · REX · 1676

Translation: King of Norway, of the Wends and the Goths.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark, issued during the reign of Christian V (1676-1681), was made of Billon, which is an alloy of silver and copper. Specifically, it contains 28.1% silver and 71.9% copper. This composition was used to reduce the cost of producing the coin, as silver was a more expensive metal at the time. Despite the lower silver content, the coin still maintained its value and was widely used in trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1677  - - - - - -
1681  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Skilling Dansk - Christian V 1676-1681 coin.