¼ Penning ND (1205-1260) front ¼ Penning ND (1205-1260) back
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¼ Penning ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Norway
King
Håkon IV Haakonsson (1217-1263)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1205-1260
Value
¼ Penning
Currency
Penning (995-1387)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (bracteate)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#119984
Rarity index
97%

Comment

Anonymus brakteat minted during the reign of Håkon Håkonsson

Interesting fact

The ¼ Penning coin was used in Norway during the Middle Ages and was equivalent to one-fourth of a Norwegian penning, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was made of silver and had a distinctive design that featured a cross on one side and the king's name on the other. The ¼ Penning coin was used for everyday transactions and was a popular form of currency among the common people. Despite its small value, the coin played an important role in the economy of Norway during that time period.