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1 Penning - Harald Hardråde under Magnus the Good

Issuer Norway
Year 1046-1047
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Value 1 Penning
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Obverse description Helmeted bust of the ruler facing front, depicted in a stylized manner characteristic of Viking-Age coinage, enclosed within a linear ring. A legend in uncial Latin characters encircles the central effigy, with a beaded border running along the outermost rim. The inscription references both kings Magnus and Harald, reflecting the joint rule of the period.
Obverse script Latin (uncial)
Obverse lettering + MAHNVZ : ARALD REX
(Translation: King Magnus and Harald)
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