© Valdij
© Valdij
2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III Shield type VI
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.20 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1664-1667 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 1.20 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#129036 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Value in letters on four lines inside a beaded circle. Legend outside with date and mintmark at end.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOR.VAN.GOT.REX. 1665
.II.
SKILI
NG DA
NSK
Translation: King of Norway, of the Wends and the Goths
Comment
This coin as well as all other skilling coins has many variants, especially in the shape of Shield of arms and in the lettering. Only the principal are listed below.(l) = Clasp mintmark
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III (Shield type VI) coin from Denmark is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in the country. In the mid-17th century, Denmark was experiencing a period of inflation, and the value of the Danish krone was decreasing rapidly. As a result, the government was forced to introduce a new coinage system, which included the 2 Skilling Dansk coin. This coin was made of billon, a silver-copper alloy, and was designed to be more durable and practical for everyday use than the previous coinage. Despite the economic challenges of the time, the 2 Skilling Dansk coin remained in circulation for several decades and is still sought after by collectors today.
