Rare Norwegian coins: Norway’s most valuable dates and types
Which Norwegian coins are the rarest, and why? From Olav Kyrre's pennies and the archbishop's skillings to the Schydtz coins of 1689…
Christian VI
Norwegian 24 skilling coins of Christian VI, king of Denmark-Norway 1730–1746, dated 1741 and 1744 and struck at Kongsberg. Each coin is examined, photographed, has its own protocol number and is guaranteed genuine.
About Christian VI
Christian VI, the pietist king
Christian VI reigned from 1730 to 1746. He was strongly influenced by pietism, and his reign brought compulsory confirmation in 1736 and new rules for schooling in the countryside. Compared with his father Frederik IV, his years were peaceful, and he spent large sums on building, among other things the first Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.
24 skilling from Kongsberg
Norwegian coins of the period were struck at Kongsberg. The 24 skilling, also called an ort, was a quarter of a riksdaler of account and one of the most used larger silver coins. The two coins here, from 1741 and 1744, weigh around 9 grams and are both graded Fine to Very Fine. They are catalogued as different variants, so they also suit a type collection.
What to look for
Look for a legible date and legend, an even strike and little wear on the high points. Edge damage and cleaning reduce value. Each coin is described with grade and catalogue references (NMD, KM).
Continue with Frederik V, whose reign produced many 24 skilling years.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ort?
Ort was the name for 24 skilling, a quarter of a riksdaler of account. A riksdaler was 96 skilling.
Where were Christian VI's Norwegian coins struck?
At the Kongsberg mint, close to the silver mines.
Are the items genuine?
Yes. Every item is researched and described as accurately as possible, and Denarius guarantees that everything sold is genuine and as described.
What is the protocol number?
Every item gets its own number when it is catalogued. The number is shown on the product page, so you always know exactly which example it is.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We ship worldwide. Shipping method and price are shown at checkout before you pay.
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