© 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 - Olav Kyrre ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Norway |
|---|---|
| King | Olav Kyrre (1066-1093) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1067-1093 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (995-1387) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#121213 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two lined cross with a dot in the middle. Surrounded by an inscription in runic.
Lettering: olafr kunukr
Interesting fact
The Olav Kyrre coin was minted during the reign of King Olav Kyrre, also known as Olaf III, who ruled Norway from 1067 to 1093. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, which was a common design element for coins during the medieval period. The use of silver in the coin's minting was also significant, as it reflected the wealth and power of the Norwegian kingdom at the time. Despite being over 900 years old, some of these coins can still be found in good condition and are highly prized by collectors today.
