© Oslo Myntgalleri
© Oslo Myntgalleri
1 Penning - Eirik Magnusson ND
| Silver | 1.32 g | 19.9 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Eirik Magnusson (1280-1299) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1290-1295 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 19.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#118149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross in the centre, surrounded by a beaded ring. Inscription around the beaded ring, which is surrounded by another beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CRVX XPI
Lettering (regular font): CRVX XPI
Translation: Crux Christi (Cross of Christ)
Interesting fact
The 1 Penning coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Eirik Magnusson (1290-1295), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 1.32 grams, it was still considered a significant amount of silver and held a high value in the economy of Norway during the 13th century.
