1 Penning Visby ND
| Silver | 0.15 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Gotland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1220-1280 |
| Value | 1 Penning |
| Currency | Penning (1140-1280) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.15 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#435265 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The 1 Penning coin from Visby, Gotland (Sweden) made of Silver weighing 0.15g was used as a means of payment during the medieval period. It was issued during the reign of King Valdemar II of Denmark, who ruled from 1202 to 1241. The coin features a unique design, with a crowned lion on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the king's power and the influence of Christianity in Sweden during that time. Despite its small size, this coin played a significant role in the economy of the region and is now considered a valuable collector's item.
