1 Penning- Knut I Ericson ND
| Silver | 0.25 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Canute I (Knut Eriksson) (1167-1196) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1167-1196 |
| Value | 1 Denier (Penning) |
| Currency | Denier |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.25 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#430889 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Penning-Knut I Ericson coin from Sweden, which was minted between 1167 and 1196, features an image of King Knut I Ericson on one side and a cross on the other. This coin was made of silver and weighs 0.25 grams. Despite its small size, this coin is considered a significant artifact in Swedish history, as it represents the transition from the Viking Age to the Middle Ages and marks the beginning of the Swedish kingdom's use of coins as a medium of exchange.