© 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#121713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two lined cross with cresents in th quarter parts of the cross. Surrounded by an entangled inscription.
Lettering: IxEOFRICR
Translation: Leofrikr
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, symbolizing the Christian faith that was prevalent during his reign. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a significant innovation at the time, as most coins were made of copper or other base metals. The introduction of silver coins helped to establish Norway as a major economic power in Europe and paved the way for the country's future prosperity.
