© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV Type I
| Silver (.562) | 3.057 g | 20.6 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick IV (Frederik IV) (1699-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1702-1705 |
| Value | 8 Skilling Danske = 4 Skilling Lybsk (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773) |
| Composition | Silver (.562) |
| Weight | 3.057 g |
| Diameter | 20.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#108569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Large crown above letters "D.M.A." divides value at sides. Below the mintmark of Gluckstadt (nettle leaf) divides date in two. Legend is around rim, alongside the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DAN • NOR • VAN • GOT • REX •
✿ • 17 (mm) 03 • ✿
8 | S
• D • M • A •
Translation: King of Denmark, Norway, of the Wends and the Goths
Comment
Many varieties exists for this type. Especially for position and presence of rosettes and/or dots in legend of obverse and reverse.If the mintmark is a heart, though, see Denmark KM# 470.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Skilling Dansk - Frederik IV (Type I) coin is that it was issued during a time of economic turmoil in Denmark. The country was facing a severe financial crisis, and the government was forced to debase the currency by reducing the silver content of the coins. Despite this, the 8 Skilling Dansk coin remained a popular and trusted form of currency among the people, and it continues to be a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
