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

 
Silver 1.42 g 20.9 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
1.42 g
Diameter
20.9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#431984
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross ending in triple crescents dividing legend, with quatrefoil. Legend around it, in a toothed ring.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: II ...

Lettering (regular font): II ...

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Denier - Olof Skötkonung ND (995-1022) from Sweden made of Silver weighing 1.42 g is that it features the image of King Olof Skötkonung, who was the first Christian king of Sweden and ruled from 995 to 1022. He played a significant role in the conversion of Sweden to Christianity and is remembered as a key figure in the country's history.