© Hess Divo
© Hess Divo
1 Hvid - Interregnum of 1448 Malmo ND
1448 year| Silver | 0.8 g | 16.3 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| Period | Interregnum (Jan. 6th - Sept. 1st 1448) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1448 |
| Value | 1 Hvid = 4 Pennings |
| Currency | Penning (-1513) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 16.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#142836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Long cross above central shield divide legend in four.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MOn | MAL | MOI | EnS
Lettering (regular font): MON | MAL | MOI | ENS
Translation: Coin of the City of Malmo
Interesting fact
The 1 Hvid coin from the Interregnum of 1448 (Malmo) ND (1448) from Denmark was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. In fact, silver coins were often used as a form of currency in medieval Europe, and this particular coin was no exception. It weighed 0.8 grams and was a standard circulation coin, meaning it was widely used in everyday transactions. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the economy and played a significant role in the financial transactions of the time.
