8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV (Monogram type) 1728 front 8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV (Monogram type) 1728 back
8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV (Monogram type) 1728 photo
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8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV Monogram type

1728 year
Silver (.562) 3.06 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Denmark
King
Frederick IV (Frederik IV) (1699-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1728
Value
8 Skilling (1⁄12)
Currency
Rigsdaler specie (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver (.562)
Weight
3.06 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#147173
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Value in number and date on four lines. Below the mintmark with an heart at center.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
• 8 •
SKILLING
DANSKE
• 1728 •
C ♥ W

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV (Monogram type) 1728 coin from Denmark is that it features a unique monogram of King Frederik IV on the obverse side, which was a new design element introduced during his reign. This monogram type coin was minted for a short period, making it a scarce and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.