© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III Shield type VIIIb
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.01 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1667-1670 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 1.01 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 0.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#95823 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Value in letters on four lines inside a beaded circle. Legend outside with date at end. Mintmark can be after date or inside the circle, behind the value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
NOR.VAN.GOT.REX. 1667
.II.
SKILI
NG DA
NSK
Translation: King of Norway, of the Wends and the Goths
Edge
Slim and smooth
Comment
This coin as well as all other skilling coins has many variants, expecially in position of mintmark, shape of Shied of arms and in the lettering. Only the principal are listed below.(l) = Clasp mintmark
Varieties:
1667 ☘ FRIDERIC III
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III (Shield type VIIIb) coin from Denmark is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in the country. In the late 17th century, Denmark was experiencing a period of rapid 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, to help stabilize the economy. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of numismatic history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of Denmark during this period.
