© 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 - Håkon Magnusson First minting period ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Håkon V Magnusson (1290-1319) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1285-1290 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#121305 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Big cross in the center, with rossettes in each quarter part of the cross. Around it a beaded ring and inscription. Another beaded ring on the rim.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: MONETA DE ASLOIA
Lettering (regular font): MONETA DE ASLOIA
Translation: Money of Oslo
Comment
First minting series of Håkon Magnusson, 1285-1290 AD.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penning - Håkon Magnusson (First minting period) ND (1285-1290) coin from Norway is that it features a unique design element - a cross with a crescent moon on top, which symbolizes the conversion of the Vikings to Christianity.
