© Sulfur
© Sulfur
1 Penning Visby; no symbols ND
| Silver | 0.12 g | - |
| Issuer | Gotland (Sweden) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1280-1448 |
| Value | 1 Penning = ⅛ Örtug |
| Currency | Örtug (1280-1448) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.12 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (bracteate) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#147439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Uniface (brakteat).
Edge
Plain
Comment
The exact style of the W may vary, and the more copper-like a coin appears, the later the coin was struck.Interesting fact
The 1 Penning coin from Gotland (Sweden) made of Silver weighing 0.12 g was used as a means of payment in the 13th to 15th centuries, and it was also used as a unit of account for goods and services. It was an important part of the local economy and was widely accepted in trade.
