Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (995-1022) front Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (995-1022) back
Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (995-1022) photo
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Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND

 
Silver 3.16 g 22 mm
Description
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
3.16 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#192561
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross with a letter in each quadrant, all surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering:
+ IN NOMINE DNI MC
C - R - V - X

Lettering (regular font):
+ IN NOMINE DNI MC
C - R - V - X

Edge

Plain

Comment

Malmer 4.13:4.51.

Interesting fact

The Olof Skötkonung ND (995-1022) coin from Sweden was made during a time when the country was transitioning from a pagan society to a Christian one. In fact, Olof Skötkonung himself was the first Christian king of Sweden, and his reign marked the beginning of Christianity in the country. This coin, which features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, is a symbol of this significant historical event.