24 Skilling - Christian VI 1734-1735 front 24 Skilling - Christian VI 1734-1735 back
24 Skilling - Christian VI 1734-1735 photo
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24 Skilling - Christian VI

 
Silver (.562) 9.22 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian VI (1730-1746)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1734-1735
Value
24 Skilling (¼)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver (.562)
Weight
9.22 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#99776
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Big crown over a round cross stylized as a shield. In the shield a crowned lion holding an axe, facing left. The value inscription surrounds the round cross.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
·24·SKILLING | DANSKE 🏵 ⚒ 🏵
17 | 34
🟌 N 🟌 | B · F 🟌

Interesting fact

The 24 Skilling coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Christian VI (1734-1735), features an interesting design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally drilled during the minting process and was used as a way to test the coin's authenticity. The hole was meant to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver, as the metal was valuable and often counterfeited. The presence of the hole in the center of the coin made it difficult for counterfeiters to produce fake coins, as they would have to drill a similar hole in the center of their fake coins. This feature, known as a "test cut," was a common security measure used in coins during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1734 NBF 273000 - - - - - -

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