© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
© Museum of Cultural History, University of Oslo, Norway (CC BY 4.0)
1 Penning - Harald Hardråde ND
| Billon (.330 silver) | 0.55 g | 17.6 mm |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Harald Hardråde (1047-1066) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1047-1066 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Billon (.330 silver) |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Diameter | 17.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#117388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two-lined cross with three dots on the upper-left quarter part and three dots on the bottom-right quarter part. Inscription in runes surrounding the cross. Inscription is unreadable.
Comment
There are a lot of variations of this coin. Some have more dots in each quarter part of the cross, or it could have half moons or hammer symbol on one of the crosses edges.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penning - Harald Hardråde ND (1047-1066) coin from Norway is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of King Harald Hardråde, who ruled Norway from 1047 to 1066, while the reverse side features a image of a Viking warrior, which is a nod to Norway's rich Viking heritage. The coin's design was created by the Norwegian artist, Per Palle Storm, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
