1 Penning - John I Sverkersson ND
| Silver | 0.25 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | John I (Johan Sverkersson) (1216-1222) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1216-1222 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Penning) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#430691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Penning coin from Sweden, issued during the reign of John I Sverkersson (1216-1222), was made of silver and weighed 0.25 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important part of Sweden's currency system during the Middle Ages, and it remained in circulation for several centuries. Today, it is a rare and valuable collector's item, highly sought after by numismatists and historians interested in medieval currency.