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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
½ Penny -anonymous St. Edmund Memorial coinage
| Silver | 0.52 g | 14 mm |
| Location | Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Otibuini |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 895-915 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.52 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#109183 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Small cross pattée within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + O–IBVI·NE
Translation: Otibuini.
Interesting fact
The St. Edmund Memorial coinage was issued during the reign of King Edward the Elder (899-924) and was minted in memory of St. Edmund, the patron saint of East Anglia. The coin features an image of St. Edmund on the obverse (front) side, and a cross on the reverse (back) side. The coin was used widely in trade and commerce during that time and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
