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Hiberno-Norse vikings of York, Olaf Sithtricsson (Cuarán), First reign, 941–944, Penny, York (Jorvik), Cross moline type, moneyer, Rathulf, North 542, S 1022, cf. SCBI Cop. 641, 0.97 g, slightly chipped and cracked as most existing examples - extremely rare
Under the Gaelic name of Amlaíb Cuarán (the Sandal), Olaf was king of Dublin from 945 to 947. Although Olaf, who is mentioned in Njal's Saga, was a renowned warior he was also considered a patron of the Scandinavian skalds (poets).
Quality
VF
Auction
Coins and Medals, 9 May 2017
Category
Estimate
Sold
Price realised
3 bids
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