1 Penny Anonymous (1065-1095) front 1 Penny Anonymous (1065-1095) back
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1 Penny Anonymous

 
Silver 1.0 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1065-1095
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Penny (997-1205)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.0 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#405444
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long voided cross with triple crescent tips and pellet at center. In quadrants anchor, annulet with dot, crescent, pellet. Degenerate legend.

Script: Latin

Comment

The symbol in the upper right quadrant is variously called an anchor (Spink) or a lily.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Viking and Celtic influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Hiberno-Norse period in Ireland.