© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück und Lübke + Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik II Copenhagen
| Billon (.312 silver) | 2.338 g | 26.2 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II (Frederik II) (1559-1588) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1559-1563 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Gulden (1513-1572) |
| Composition | Billon (.312 silver) |
| Weight | 2.338 g |
| Diameter | 26.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#142120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value in letters and date on five lines within beaded circle. Lettering surround with mintmark at end.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
° II °
SKILLI
NCK·DA
NSKE
° 59 °
NORWEGIE · VANDA · GOTOR · Q · REX
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally placed there by the mint to signify the coin's value, as it was believed that the hole would make it easier for people to tell the difference between the 2 Skilling coin and other coins of similar value. This design feature is a distinct characteristic of this particular coin and sets it apart from other coins of its time.
