© 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 - Magnus Lagabøte ND
| Silver | 1.86 g | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Magnus Lagabøte (1263-1280) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1263-1280 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.86 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#119417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross in the centre in a beaded circle, surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the rim.
Lettering: BENEDICT SIT NOMEN D
Translation: Blessed the name of the Lord
Interesting fact
The 1 Penning coin from Norway, issued during the reign of Magnus Lagabøte (1263-1280), is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time. Despite its small weight of 1.86 grams, the coin was widely used in trade and commerce during the Middle Ages, reflecting the importance of silver in the economy of Norway during that period.
