8 Skilling - Frederik III
| Silver (.672) | 2.78 g | 21.1 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick III (Frederik III) (1648-1670) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1649-1668 |
| Value | 8 Skilling (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Silver (.672) |
| Weight | 2.78 g |
| Diameter | 21.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#99196 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned norwegian lion holding an axe, facing left. Surrounded by inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINUS PROVIDEBIT
Translation: Lord will be my provider
Comment
TYPE 1: 1649 - 1661 - Date in obverse after the value. Legend in obverse starts from lower left. There are some subtypes:
Hede 69A with ☘ mintmark
Hede 69B with hop (h) mintmark
Hede 69C with hop (h) mintmark - Crowned monogram all inside the inner ring
Hede 69D with hop (h) mintmark - Crowned monogram breaks the inner ring
Hede 69E with ☘ mintmark - Crowned monogram all inside the ring - Legend in obverse starts from upper right
Hede 69F without mintmark - Crowned monogram breaks the ring - Legend in obverse starts from upper right
TYPE 2: 1663 - 1668 - Hede 68G - Without mintmark - Date on reverse.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Skilling coin from Norway is that it was issued during the reign of King Frederik III, who ruled from 1649 to 1668. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.78 grams, which was a significant amount for a circulating coin at that time. Additionally, the coin's design featured the king's portrait on one side and the Norwegian coat of arms on the other, which was a common design element for coins during that period.
