1 Skilling - Olav Engelbrektsson ND (1523-1537) front 1 Skilling - Olav Engelbrektsson ND (1523-1537) back
1 Skilling - Olav Engelbrektsson ND (1523-1537) photo
© Oslo Myntgalleri

1 Skilling - Olav Engelbrektsson ND

 
Silver 1.85 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Nidaros (Norway)
Archbishop
Olav Engelbrektsson (1523-1537)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1523-1537
Value
1 Skilling
Currency
Skilling (1483-1523)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.85 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#119923
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Archbishop´s family coat of arms on top of a cross in a beaded ring. Inscription around it, with another beaded ring on the rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SANCTVS OLAWS REX NORVEG

Translation: Saint Olav, king of Norway

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Skilling coin from the Archbishopric of Nidaros (Norway) is that it features an image of Olav Engelbrektsson, who was the last Catholic Archbishop of Norway before the Protestant Reformation. He played a significant role in Norway's transition to Lutheranism and was instrumental in the development of the Norwegian Lutheran Church. The coin's design serves as a reminder of Norway's rich history and cultural heritage.