© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
© Bruun Rasmussen Kunstauktioner
8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik III
1669 year| Silver (.671) | 2.71 g | 21.23 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1669 |
| Value | 8 Skilling (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver (.671) |
| Weight | 2.71 g |
| Diameter | 21.23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#144901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Crown of Denmark above three ornate rounded shields with arms of Denmark, Sweden and Norway. The shield are placed in a triangular frame with the vertex down. A thick band as that of a necklace with the pendant of the Order of the Elephant is hanging from the upper shields. Behind the shields lays a cross with long arms Value and date as legend along the rim, divided in four parts by cross arms . Mintmark (if present) is at right of crown, at the beginning of the value.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ☘ VIII · | · SKILL · | · DANSK | · 1669
Interesting fact
The 8 Skilling Dansk coin featuring Frederik III of Denmark was minted in 1669, during a time when Denmark was experiencing a severe economic crisis. The government had devalued the currency, and as a result, many people were struggling to afford basic necessities. Despite this, the coin still holds significant historical value and is a sought-after collector's item today.
