DENMARK. Penny, ND (1035-1042). Lund Mint. Harthacnut (Hardeknud). NGC Unc Details--Peck Marked.Hauberg-20; Hauberg Collection-; C. J. Becker-H 46/174; Hildebrand-139 (Type B.a.); Bruun-1407; Weight: 1.38 gms. Moneyer: Outhencarl. A breathtaking example with magnificent luster and a delightful toning. This exceedingly rare type was struck in imitation of Harold Is only slightly earlier Arm-and-Sceptre type. Becker has only registered three examples: the present, one in the National Museum in Copenhagen (illustrated in S. Bergsøe, 1882) and one in Stockholm (illustrated on Tab. 10 in Hildebrand). <p>From the L. E. Bruun Collection.
