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
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#121374
Rarity index
97%

Comment

Brakteat minted by Håkon Håkonsson.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Penning coin from Norway is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is believed to have been added to symbolize the Christian faith of the ruler, Håkon Håkonsson. This feature sets the coin apart from other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.