© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Anonymous Four crozier type
| Silver | 0.9 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#405425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long voided cross with pellet at center, and in quadrants pellet, hand, pellet, annulet. Degenerate legend.
Script: Latin
Comment
A variant with an annulet at the center of the obverse design exists (also attributed in Spink as #6182):
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Viking and Christian influences in its design. The four croziers on the coin's reverse are a nod to the Viking tradition of using croziers as a symbol of authority, while the cross on the obverse represents the Christian faith that was prevalent in the Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin during this time period. This blending of cultural and religious motifs reflects the rich history and diversity of the Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia during the 11th century.
