Denier - Olof Skötkonung / Imitating Æthelred II, 978-1016 ND
Silver | 1.45 g | 20.0 mm |
Issuer | Sweden |
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King | Olof III (Óláfr skautkonungr) (995-1022) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 995-1022 |
Value | 1 Denier |
Currency | Denar (995-1050) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1.45 g |
Diameter | 20.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#431949 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with legend around it, in a toothed ring.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + DI ... N ...
Lettering (regular font): + DI ... N ...
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was imitating a coin of Æthelred II, who was the King of England from 978 to 1016. This coin was minted in Sweden during the reign of Olof Skötkonung, who ruled from 995 to 1022. Despite being a copy of an English coin, it has its unique features and is considered a valuable collector's item for numismatists.