½ Penning ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Sverre Sigurdsson (1177-1202) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1170-1205 |
| Value | ½ Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#124439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
Brakteat minted by an anonymus ruler during the reign of Sverre Sigurdsson.Interesting fact
The ½ Penning coin was used during the reign of King Sverre Sigurdsson, who ruled Norway from 1184 to 1202. During his reign, Sverre introduced a new coinage system that included the ½ Penning coin, which was equivalent to half of a full Penning. 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 ½ Penning coin was an important part of Norway's economy during this period and was used for everyday transactions. Today, the coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists.