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© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
2 Skilling - Frederik III
| Billon (.281 silver) | 1.22 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1668-1670 |
| Value | 2 Skilling (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Billon (.281 silver) |
| Weight | 1.22 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#99066 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value and date on four lines. Surrounded by inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering:
.II.
SKILL
INGDA
NSK
..................................................
NOR . VAN . GOT . REX . 1668 :
Translation: King of Norway, Vandals and Goths
Interesting fact
The 2 Skilling coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Frederik III (1668-1670), 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 interesting fact highlights the creative ways in which coins have been designed throughout history to prevent counterfeiting and make them easily identifiable.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1668 | 491000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1669 | 708000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1670 | 116000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Skilling - Frederik III 1668-1670 coin.
