4 Penningar - Erik of Pommern Åbo ND
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Eric XIII (1389-1439) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1410-1439 |
| Value | 4 Penningar (½) |
| Currency | Örtug coinage (1364-1521) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#435604 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Letter "A" in italic without rings around. All is inside a beaded circle, with legend outside with flower above.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ИOnETA ABOEnS
Lettering (regular font): NONETA ABOENS
Translation: Coinage of Turku.
Comment
The coins struck at Åbo, nowadays the city of Turku, were some of the first coins struck in Finland. With Finland being part of the Swedish Kingdom, the coins were most likely meant to circulate within the entire kingdom; however, there has been some disputes saying these coins were actually local issues of Turku. Even so, more evidence in needed to support that claim.
Interesting fact
The 4 Penningar coin from Sweden, featuring Erik of Pommern (Åbo) and made of silver, is interesting because it was issued during a time of great change in Sweden. The coin was minted during the reign of King Erik of Pommern, who ruled from 1410 to 1439, a period marked by political and economic upheaval. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a stable and widely used form of currency throughout Sweden, a testament to the country's resilience and economic strength during this time.
