Penning, Sigtuna, Anund Jakob, circa 1020–1030

The minting of Viking coinage in Sigtuna ceased in around 1030, when Anund Jakob was king. It took about a century for minting to be resumed. Perhaps it was due to political divisions, a shortage of silver, or a decline in trade contacts – nobody knows for sure.

This coin dates back to the end of the Viking-Age coinage in Sigtuna. It resembles English “Pointed Helmet” coins. These get their name from the pointed shape of the helmet.

Image rights: Helena Bonnevier, Ekonomiska museet - Kungliga myntkabinettet/SHM (CC BY 4.0)

Object number: 100222_KMK

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