Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | Norway |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1015-1030 |
| Loại | Standard circulation coin |
| Mệnh giá | 1 Penning |
| Tiền tệ | Penning (995-1387) |
| Chất liệu | Silver |
| Trọng lượng | |
| Đường kính | |
| Độ dày | |
| Hình dạng | Round (irregular) |
| Kỹ thuật | Hammered |
| Hướng | |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | |
| Lưu hành đến | |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | Skaare#3 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Bust of the king facing left and holding a sceptre, surrounded by the inscription. Beaded ring on the rim. |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước |
OLEF REX NORMANOR (Translation: Olav, King of Norway) |
| Mô tả mặt sau | Bird with spread out wings, surrounded by unreadable inscription. Beaded ring on the rim. |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | |
| Cạnh | |
| Xưởng đúc | |
| Số lượng đúc |
ND (1015-1030) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 4069474030 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: The 1 Penning of Olav Haraldsson (Saint Olav) marks a pivotal moment in Norwegian numismatic history, issued between 1015 and 1030. During his reign, Olav consolidated power, unified Norway, and vigorously pursued Christianization. This coinage, the first widespread royal issue, served as a powerful symbol of his burgeoning authority, the nascent Norwegian state, and the Christian faith, moving away from earlier Hacksilber economies.
Artistry: The artistry of the Olav Haraldsson penning (Skaare#3) reflects early medieval numismatic traditions, particularly Anglo-Saxon influences. While specific engravers remain anonymous, designs typically feature a central cross on the reverse, often a 'long cross' type, and a simplified bust of the king or his name (ONLAF REX) on the obverse. The stylistic execution is robust and direct, characteristic of early hammered coinage, prioritizing legibility of the royal inscription and Christian symbol.
Technical/Grading: Technically, these early medieval pennings exhibit qualities typical of their era. High-points for preservation and grading include the central cross elements, the king's crown or hair detail, and legend clarity. Due to rudimentary minting processes, strikes are frequently off-center, and hammering pressure could be uneven, leading to areas of weakness or double striking. Flans are often irregular in shape and thickness; silver purity, while generally good, can vary.