¼ Penning ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Magnus Lagabøte (1263-1280) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1270-1320 |
| Value | ¼ Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#121247 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Anonymus brakteat minted by an unknown ruler during the reign of Håkon V.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 merchants and traders. It's worth noting that the ¼ Penning coin was also used in other parts of Scandinavia, including Denmark and Sweden, and it remained in circulation until the 14th century when it was replaced by other forms of currency.