Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (1016-1022) front Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (1016-1022) back
Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (1016-1022) photo
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Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND

 
Silver 1.83 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Sweden
King
Olof III (Óláfr skautkonungr) (995-1022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1016-1022
Value
1 Denier
Currency
Denar (995-1050)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.83 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#192941
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Short cross within circle surrounded by legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: PVLFSIGE M - O EOFRI

Edge

Plain

Comment

Malmer chain 3-Link, dies 715/1738.
Imitating Cnut the Great, 1016-1035.

Interesting fact

The Olof Skötkonung ND (1016-1022) coin from Sweden was made of silver, but it was also one of the first coins to feature a Christian cross on its design. This indicates that the coin was issued during a time of significant religious change in Sweden, as the country was transitioning from a pagan society to a Christian one.