Denier - Olof Skötkonung / Imitating Æthelred II, 978-1016 ND
| Silver | 3.60 g | 20.7 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Olof III (Óláfr skautkonungr) (995-1022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 995-1022 |
| Value | 1 Denier |
| Currency | Denar (995-1050) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.60 g |
| Diameter | 20.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#431914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with a letter in each quadrant, in a solid ring. Legend around it, in a beaded ring.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+ WENGOS MO EOF
C - R - V - X
Lettering (regular font):
+ WENGOS MO EOF
C - R - V - X
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was imitating Æthelred II, who was the King of England from 978 to 1016, indicating that there was a strong connection between Sweden and England during that time period.