1 Penning (Visby) ND (1140-1220) front 1 Penning (Visby) ND (1140-1220) back
1 Penning (Visby) ND (1140-1220) photo
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1 Penning Visby ND

 
Silver 0.20 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Gotland (Sweden)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1140-1220
Value
1 Penning
Currency
Penning (1140-1280)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.20 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#146905
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Grid with circles.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Penning coin from Visby, Gotland (Sweden) made of Silver weighing 0.20g was used as a means of payment during the medieval period. It was issued during the reign of King Sverker II of Sweden, who ruled from 1140 to 1220. The coin features a unique design, with a cross on one side and a legend on the other. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the region and was used for everyday transactions.