½ Penning - Olav Magnusson ND
| Silver | 5.35 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Olav Magnusson (1103-1115) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1103-1115 |
| Value | ½ Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.35 g |
| Shape | Octagonal (8-sided) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#121524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mirror image of obverse. Cross inside a circle with four dots in each corner. Backwards lettering of obverse.
Interesting fact
The ½ Penning coin was minted during the reign of King Olav Magnusson, who was the King of Norway from 1103 to 1115. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, which was a common design element for coins during that time period. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was also significant, as it reflected the wealth and power of the Norwegian kingdom during that era.
