DENMARK. Penny, ND (1332-60). Lund Mint. Magnus Smek. CHOICE VERY FINE.

DENMARK. Penny, ND (1332-60). Lund Mint. Magnus Smek. CHOICE VERY FINE. MB-649; Sieg-649; Bruun-3642 (illustrated, plate 32). Weight: 1.22 gms. Rare type and of good weight. Danish King Christopher II pawned the Kingdom of Denmark to German counts. Count Johan III sold the Scanian provinces to the Swedish King Magnus Eriksson in 1332. Magnus gained the infamous title 'Smek' from his adversary, Birgitta of Vadstena, indicating that he was homosexual. Christopher II's son, Valdemar IV, 'Atterdag', fought and succeeded in regaining the lost territories of Scania in 1360. Estimate: €220 - €360. Provenance: From the L.E. Bruun Collection. To view supplemental information and all items from the L.E. Bruun Collection, click here. Please note: Bid amounts do not include VAT. Buyers which are non-VAT registered entities or individuals who take delivery of lots within EU countries subject to margin scheme taxation will be invoiced a VAT charge and a Buyer’s Premium for a total of 27.5% based upon the total amount of the hammer. Please see the Terms and Conditions.

Estimate:£91.94

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