© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
4 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III Shield type
| Billon (.437 silver) | 1.86 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1667-1669 |
| Value | 4 Skilling (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Billon (.437 silver) |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#211450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Value and date on four lines. Mintmark below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* IIII *
SKILLING
DANSKE
* 1667 *
· G · K ·
Comment
Shield may have a spike at bottom (Type 1) or a rounded bottom (Type 2)Here some examples thanks to Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Auction 291, Lot 9199
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III (Shield type) coin from Denmark is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in the country. In the mid-17th century, Denmark was experiencing a period of rapid inflation, and the value of the Danish krone was declining rapidly. In response, the government introduced a new coinage system, which included the 4 Skilling Dansk coin, to help stabilize the economy and combat inflation. The coin was made of Billon, a silver-copper alloy, and was designed to be more durable and resistant to counterfeiting than previous coins. Despite these efforts, the coin's value still fluctuated greatly during its time in circulation, reflecting the ongoing economic challenges faced by Denmark during this period.
