½ Penning ND (1170-1205) front ½ Penning ND (1170-1205) back
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½ Penning ND

 
Silver - -
Description
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
References
Numista
N#124441
Rarity index
97%

Comment

Brakteat minted by an anonymus ruler during the reign of Sverre Sigurdsson.

Interesting fact

The ½ Penning coin from Norway, made of silver, is interesting because it was used as a means of payment during the Middle Ages, specifically during the reign of King Sverre Sigurdsson (1170-1205). It was an important coin for trade and commerce during that time, and its silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency.