© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik II Frederiksborg
| Silver (.614) | 4.45 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick II (Frederik II) (1559-1588) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1585 |
| Value | 8 Skilling (⅛) |
| Currency | First Speciedaler (-1625) |
| Composition | Silver (.614) |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#301584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value and date on five lines and date within circle. Lettering around rim. Frederiksborg mintmark (crossed orb) at the end of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* 8 *
SKILLI
NCK.DA.
.NSKE.
I584
.NORWEGIE.SLAVO:GOTO:Q:REX. ♁
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark 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 signify that it was made of pure silver, as silver was a highly valued metal at the time. The hole was also used as a way to test the authenticity of the coin, as it was difficult to counterfeit a coin with a small hole in the center. This feature makes the 8 Skilling Dansk coin stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its historical significance.
