½ Penning ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1150-1170 |
| Value | ½ Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#124428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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Anonymus brakteatInteresting fact
The ½ Penning coin was used in Norway during the Middle Ages and was equivalent to half of a penny. It was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring a cross on one side and a crown on the other. The coin was used for everyday transactions and was a vital part of the Norwegian economy at the time. It's interesting to note that the ½ Penning coin was also used in other parts of Europe, including England and Denmark, and it's a testament to the cultural and economic ties that existed between these countries during the Middle Ages.