2 Skilling - Christian III Copenhagen mint

€152,060.00
IssuerDenmark
Year1536
TypeStandard circulation coins
Value2 Skilling (1⁄24)
CurrencyGulden (1513-1572)
CompositionBillon (.187 silver)
Weight1.77 g
Dimensions23.14 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) SIEG#C3-3
Obverse descriptionFacing crowned figure of King Christian III in full armor, holding sword and scepter. Figure is partially within circle, with legend outside
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringCRISTIANI D:G. REX. DANIE. ET. N.
(Translation: Christian (III) King of Denmark and Norway by the Grace of God)
Reverse descriptionThe three shields of Denmark, Norway and Dannebrogs Cross are in triangular frame pointing to vertexes. Letters `C` `R` and `D` between shields. Legend around rim with date at end.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering☘ MONETA. NOVA. HAFNIENSIS. 36 ·C· | ·R· | ·D·
(Translation: New coin (of the City) of Copenhagen)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1536 ☘ - -
Catalog ID4928980660
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