½ Penning - Birger I Magnusson ND
- | 0.17 g | 11 mm |
Issuer | Sweden |
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King | Birger I (Birger Magnusson) (1290-1318) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1290-1318 |
Value | ½ Denier (½ Penning) |
Currency | Denier |
Weight | 0.17 g |
Diameter | 11 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#430751 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letter R and flowers in a beaded ring.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: R
Lettering (regular font): R
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penning - Birger I Magnusson ND (1290-1318) coin from Sweden is that it was made during a time when Sweden was still a relatively new country, having been established in 1288. This coin was issued during the reign of King Birger I Magnusson, who ruled Sweden from 1290 to 1318. Despite its small weight of 0.17 grams, this coin played an important role in the economy of Sweden during that time.