8 Skilling - Frederik IV (Pattern) 1711 front 8 Skilling - Frederik IV (Pattern) 1711 back
8 Skilling - Frederik IV (Pattern) 1711 photo
© Oslo Myntgalleri

8 Skilling - Frederik IV Pattern

1711 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Norway
Issuer
Norway
King
Frederick IV (1699-1730)
King
Frederick IV (1699-1730)
Type
Pattern
Year
1711
Type
Pattern
Value
8 Skilling (1⁄12)
Currency
Speciedaler (1523-1746)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Composition
Silver
Demonetized
Yes
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#417481
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two men holding the crowned coat of arms of Norway. The coat of arms has a lion holding a halberd and facing left, with vertical stripes inside the coat of arms. On top of it is the king´s moto and the value is divided by it. Under it is a mountain top. Mint mark on the bottom. Beaded ring on the rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DOMINUS MIHI AUDITOR
8 S
1711

Translation: Lord be my helper.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 8 Skilling - Frederik IV (Pattern) 1711 from Norway made of Silver is a rare and valuable coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It is considered a "pattern" coin, meaning it was produced as a trial or sample coin, and not intended for circulation. This coin features the portrait of King Frederik IV of Denmark and Norway on one side, and the coat of arms of Norway on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.