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24 Skilling Dansk - Frederik V Armored bust
1751 year| Silver (.562) | 9.171 g | 29.6 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick V (Frederik V) (1746-1766) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1751 |
| Value | 24 Skilling (¼) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.562) |
| Weight | 9.171 g |
| Diameter | 29.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90477 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned ornate high shield with arms of Denmark, Norway and Kalmar Union is bent to right and has a band with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant. The shield divides date at sides. Value is in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
24 • SKILLING DANSKE COUR • M •
17 | 51
P • N • | V • H •
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 24 Skilling Dansk - Frederik V (Armored bust) 1751 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique blend of Christian imagery and Norse mythology. The obverse side of the coin depicts King Frederik V in armor, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Norse god Odin, along with his two ravens and a wolf. This blending of religious and mythological themes reflects the cultural influences of the time and adds to the coin's historical significance.
