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)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#121349
Rarity index
95%

Comment

Brakteat minted by an unknown ruler 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 penny. The coin was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring a cross on one side and the king's name on the other. The coin was issued by King Haakon IV in the 13th century, and it remained in circulation until the 14th century. Despite its small denomination, the ¼ Penning coin played an important role in the economy of Norway during that time, as it was widely used for everyday transactions. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.