8 Skilling - Christian V Christiania type II, with PG

€1.00
IssuerNorway
Year1682-1689
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value8 Skilling = 1/2 Mark (1⁄12)
CurrencySpeciedaler (1523-1746)
CompositionSilver (.672)
Weight2.78 g
Dimensions21 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#145 , Rønning#99 , Skaare#588 , Hede#58B , AAJT#121-123, 125#
Obverse descriptionCrowned monogram of King Christian V. Inscription below monogram. Beaded ring on the edge.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering16 | 83 C5 ·P·E·I·
(Translation: With Piety and Justice)
Reverse descriptionCrowned Norwegian lion holding a curved axe and facing left divides mint Master initials at sides. The lion (and initials) are surrounded by two crossed laurel branches. Beaded ring on the edge. Value inscription under the laurels.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringP | G 8 S D
(Translation: 8 Danish Skilling)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1682  - Large or small initials on reverse -
1683  - -
1685  - -
1689  - -
Catalog ID6846759280
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