4 Skilling - Christian VII (Large type) 1778 front 4 Skilling - Christian VII (Large type) 1778 back
4 Skilling - Christian VII (Large type) 1778 photo
© Oslo Myntgalleri

4 Skilling - Christian VII Large type

1778 year
Silver (.562) 2.75 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Christian VII (1766-1808)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1778
Value
4 Skilling (1⁄24)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1746-1814)
Composition
Silver (.562)
Weight
2.75 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#417633
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned coat of arms that includes those of Denmark, Norway and Holstein with two laurettes underneath it. Inscription surrounding it. Beaded ring on the edge. Date divided by mintmark and mint master´s initials.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 4 SKILLING DANSKE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 4 Skilling - Christian VII (Large type) 1778 coin from Norway is that it features a unique design element - a small hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the coin to indicate its authenticity and to prevent counterfeiting. This feature is known as a "proof mark" and was commonly used in coins during that time period.