© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III Shield type IIa
1651 year| Billon (.281 silver) | 0.92 g | 19.15 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1651 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 0.92 g |
| Diameter | 19.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#200688 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Value in letters on three lines within circle. Legend outside, with halberd mintmark at end. Date can be at end of legend or after the value inside the circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.II.
SKIL
DANS
_________________________
NOR · VAN · GOTO · Q · R · 1651 (mm)
NOR · VAN · GOTO · Q · REX · (mm)
Translation: King of Norway, the Wends and the Goths
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III (Shield type IIa) 1651 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique shield design on the reverse side, which was used only during the reign of King Frederik III. The shield is adorned with the royal coat of arms and is surrounded by a wreath of leaves, giving it a distinctive and ornate appearance. This design was used on several coins during this period, but the 2 Skilling coin is one of the most well-known and sought-after examples.
