Denier - Olof Skötkonung / Imitating Æthelred II, 978-1016 ND
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#431951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with legend around it, in a toothed ring.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + 𐍈I: LD• 𐍈IA C𐍈I
Lettering (regular font): + 𐍈I: LD• 𐍈IA C𐍈I
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Olof Skötkonung, who was the first Christian king of Sweden and ruled from 995 to 1022. The coin is an imitation of the Æthelred II coin from England, which was popular during that time period. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not minted by the Swedish government but rather by local magnates who were imitating the English coinage. This highlights the cultural and economic exchange that existed between Sweden and England during the Viking Age.