© Sulfur
© Sulfur
1 Penning Visby; star below 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#147443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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, which was minted between 1280-1448, features a unique design element - a star below the coat of arms on the obverse side. This star symbol was added to the coin's design during the reign of King Magnus IV of Sweden, who ruled from 1319 to 1364. The star was meant to represent the Star of Bethlehem and was a symbol of the king's connection to the Christian faith. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era and adds to its historical significance.
