© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
8 Skilling - Frederik IV
| Billon (.468 silver) | 3.67 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Frederick IV (1699-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1727-1730 |
| Value | 8 Skilling (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Speciedaler (1523-1746) |
| Composition | Billon (.468 silver) |
| Weight | 3.67 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#99778 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Value and date on four lines. Mint master´s initials under the date. Date divided by mintmark
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*VIII*
SKILLING
DANSKE
1730
H·C·E
Edge
Plain
Comment
In Krause's SCWC this coin is listed as KM#224, but Norwegian literature makes a distinction between these two coins. The reason is that this coin was minted under Frederik IV and KM#224 was minted under Christian VI, thus the inscriptions on the obverse is different.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Skilling coin from Norway, minted during the reign of Frederik IV (1727-1730), is that it was made of Billon, an alloy of silver and copper, which was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period. The use of Billon was a cost-effective way to produce coins, as it was less expensive than using pure silver. Despite this, the 8 Skilling coin still contains 0.468 silver, giving it a unique blend of metals that sets it apart from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1728 | 1324000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1729 | 1121000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1730 | 1433000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Skilling - Frederik IV 1727-1730 coin.
