Denier - Olof Skötkonung / Imitating Æthelred II, 978-1016 ND
| Silver | 1.43 g | 20.2 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 | 1.43 g |
| Diameter | 20.2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#431994 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross ending in triple crescents dividing legend, over square and trefoil. Legend around it, in a toothed ring.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +IIH ...
Lettering (regular font): +IIH ...
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. This coin was made in Sweden during the reign of Olof Skötkonung, who ruled from 995 to 1022. Despite being a Swedish coin, it was modeled after the English coinage of the time, indicating the strong cultural and economic ties between the two countries during the Viking Age.
