Irish Viking coins found in Sweden?

[Margareta Aronsson 0]

A few years ago we were in the harbor outside Timra located a bit outside Sundsvall, Sweden. We picked the stones and pieces of wood which we thought was fine. Everything ended up in a bag the other day, I decided to open up and put in a box. When I poured over them dropped a small coin out. I think it was hidden in a piece of wood or stone that has broken down over the years. I was curious and looked closely at their appearance. First thought it was a charm or something but seeing that it is very well made. The coin is small with printing on both sides. It looks like there are two parts, front and rear, which has been put together. Feels heavy despite its small size and are in very good condition. I have no idea what it could be for coins but found a picture of a coin that says Ireland, Sigtrygg Silke Beard where appearance does good. Would be nice to know if it's a real coin and its value. Is interest in this? Fun if anyone knows anything about the coin. In the belief that it originates from about the year 1000, it is a nice feeling to hold it. But I may be wrong. Margareta Aronsson Sweden

[Rob 3,242]

Two parts joined together says it all. It is a modern casting. Genuine pieces are thin and very difficult to cast copies to the correct thickness.

[Margareta Aronsson 0]

Thanks for your response, what a pity it is a copy. Why make a copy of this coin? Very well done anyway.

[Rob 3,242]

23 minutes ago, Margareta Aronsson said:

Thanks for your response, what a pity it is a copy. Why make a copy of this coin? Very well done anyway.

Because some genuine pieces sell for thousands,

[Matteo95 121]

1 minute ago, Rob said:

Because some genuine pieces sell for thousands,

I don't think it was produced to be sell as genuine .... too different ...

moreover I think these copies were probably given as gadgets with some commercial products .... for example here in Italy a lot similar copies were given with chocolate , biscuits , newspapers etc during the 70/80's

[Margareta Aronsson 0]

A little fun anyway, has kept the coin in my hand and thought about the people who possibly had it in their hands. It is beautiful so must content myself with it. Thanks for the help.

[jacinbox 36]

1 hour ago, Margareta Aronsson said:

Why make a copy of this coin?

I don't know about Sweden never been that far up North but the giftshops of most museums or castles here in the UK regularly stock these as souvenirs.

[Margareta Aronsson 0]

Get curious for your replies, "coin" is well made and has the exact size of the original. Not completely around, so it may be a copy of the sales. Can also be something you received in connection with the purchase, mentioned this in reply. Wondering if anyone knows more. Looking on the internet and find absolutely nothing. Can I find these souvenirs in the present at the museum in the UK.? Could be a story before it came here to Sweden. Grateful for all the answers.

[Matteo95 121]

an example :

the first  is a replica of a medieval coin struck in Milan , is was produced and distributed by an insurance company to all his clients , while the second is a genuine coin ... as you can see they looks very similar ...

 

[HistoricCoinage 160]

Without even looking at your text it's obvious from the photos that it's a modern replica as there are the letters 'WRL' stamped onto Aethelred II's drapery. These letters stand for Westair Reproductions Limited.

Such English coins as well as Irish & Scandinavian imitative issues are found all over northern Europe and down through the Baltic region. As for why this replica was where it was? Very odd.

[HistoricCoinage 160]

Here's an example: http://www.westair-reproductions.com/Medieval/Saxon+Coin+Pack.html

 

[Margareta Aronsson 0]

Thanks for all the tips. I have sat and looking for manufacturers of coin replicas. I have found the right place now, I think. The coin looks exactly like the one shown here. 

http://www.medievalcollectibles.com/c-740-viking-coins.aspx 

I actually had no idea that it was produced coins copies of these. Now I have learned something and had fun along the way. It is good, after the disappointment that it was not a real Viking coins.