© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
½ Penning - Håkon V Magnusson ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Håkon V Magnusson (1290-1319) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1299-1319 |
| Value | ½ Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#118148 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Letter h, surrounded by a beaded ring. Inscription around the beaded ring, which is surrounded by another beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA OSLOI
Lettering (regular font): MONETA OSLOI
Translation: Money of Oslo
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penning coin from Norway, minted during the reign of Håkon V Magnusson (1299-1319), is that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin and was an important part of the currency system in Norway during the Middle Ages.
