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8 Skilling - Frederik IV 1727 photo
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8 Skilling - Frederik IV

1727 year
Billon (.468 silver) 3.67 g -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick IV (1699-1730)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1727
Value
8 Skilling = ½ Mark (1⁄12)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Billon (.468 silver)
Weight
3.67 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#99202
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Value and date on four lines. Mint master´s initials under the date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VIII
SKILLING
DANSKE
1727
H·C·M

Interesting fact

The 8 Skilling coin from Norway, issued during the reign of King Frederik IV in 1727, features an interesting design element. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of the king, while the reverse side features a crowned shield with the coat of arms of Norway. This design was used for several decades and became a distinctive feature of Norwegian coins during that period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1727 HCM 1498000 - - - - - -

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