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Frederik V

Norwegian 24 skilling coins of Frederik V, king of Denmark-Norway 1746–1766, from 1748 to 1764, plus a Danish medal of 1749 for the royal house's 300th anniversary. Each object is examined, catalogued and guaranteed genuine.

Frederik V

7 objects

About Frederik V

Frederik V’s reign

Frederik V succeeded Christian VI in 1746 and reigned until his death in 1766. Denmark-Norway stayed out of the great European wars of the period, and the reign is associated with trade, the arts and the founding of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen.

What is a 24 skilling?

The 24 skilling was a quarter of a riksdaler of account and was also called an ort. Norwegian 24 skilling coins were struck at Kongsberg and were among the most common larger silver coins in daily circulation. The coins here span the whole reign, from 1748 to 1764, and weigh around 9 grams. The type changed during the period, so catalogues list several variants: the coins from 1752 to 1760 here are KM 236, while the 1764 coin belongs to a later type, KM 241. The years in the category are 1748, 1752, 1757, 1760, 1763 and 1764.

The medal of 1749

The category also includes a Danish medal from 1749, made for the 300th anniversary of the royal house of Oldenburg on the Danish throne, counted from Christian I’s accession in 1448. It is catalogued in Galster, the standard reference for Danish medals. More medals are found under Medals.

What do collectors look for?

  • Year sets: many collect 24 skilling by year and type.
  • Details: look for a clear portrait or monogram and a legible legend and date.
  • Damage: edge nicks, scratches and cleaning reduce value. Original, even toning is preferred.

See also Christian VI and Christian VII.

Frequently asked questions

How much was a 24 skilling worth?

24 skilling was a quarter of a riksdaler of account and was known as an ort. A riksdaler was 96 skilling.

Where were Frederik V's Norwegian coins struck?

At the Kongsberg mint, which struck all Norwegian coins after Christiania closed in 1695.

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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