¼ Penning - Håkon Håkonsson ND (1220-1263) front ¼ Penning - Håkon Håkonsson ND (1220-1263) back
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¼ Penning - Håkon Håkonsson ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Håkon IV Haakonsson (1217-1263)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1220-1263
Value
¼ Penning
Currency
Penning (995-1387)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#121373
Rarity index
97%

Comment

Brakteat minted by Håkon Håkonsson.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Penning - Håkon Håkonsson ND (1220-1263) coin from Norway is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to the coin's design during Håkon Håkonsson's reign. This cross is believed to have been added to symbolize the Christian faith, which was becoming increasingly important in Norway during this time period. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and makes it a particularly interesting piece for collectors and historians.