1 Penning - Eric XI Ericsson ND (1222-1229) front 1 Penning - Eric XI Ericsson ND (1222-1229) back
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1 Penning - Eric XI Ericsson ND

 
Silver 0.13 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Eric XI (Eiríkr Eiríksson) (1222-1229)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1222-1229
Value
1 Denier (Penning)
Currency
Denier
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.13 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#430701
Rarity index
100%

Interesting fact

The 1 Penning coin from Sweden, issued during the reign of King Eric XI Ericsson (1222-1229), was made of silver and weighed only 0.13 grams, making it one of the smallest and lightest coins in circulation during that time. Despite its small size, it was still considered a valuable form of currency and was widely used in trade and commerce.