1 Penning - Canute II Johanson ND
| Silver | 0.25 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Canute II (Knut Johanson) (1229-1234) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1229-1234 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Penning) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#430715 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Penning coin was minted during the reign of King Canute II Johanson, who ruled Sweden from 1229 to 1234. This coin was made of silver and weighed 0.25 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the 1 Penning coin was an important part of Sweden's currency system during the Middle Ages and was widely used for trade and commerce. Today, the 1 Penning coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in Sweden's monetary history.