© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
© Kungliga Myntkabinettet
1 Penning - Harthacnut ND
| Silver | 1.62 g | - |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Harthacnut (1035-1042) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1035-1042 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (-1513) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.62 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#398208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Holy dove flying.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +AL FPAD ON LVN DE MAE
Interesting fact
The Harthacnut penny, which was minted during the reign of King Harthacnut (1035-1042) in Denmark, was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the king on one side and a cross on the other. This design was a departure from earlier Viking-era coins, which often featured pagan symbols and motifs. The introduction of the Harthacnut penny marked a shift towards Christianity and the adoption of European coinage standards in Denmark.
