© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Anonymous Long cross, one hand
| Silver | 1.1 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1035-1060 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Penny (997-1205) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#332056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Long voided cross with triple crescent tips and pellet at center. Stylized hand in one corner.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠+ IEI D⌉F IINO RFN
Comment
An Hiberno-Norse silver penny, Phase III, Class A (Plain bust), Type 2 (one hand on reverse). The obverse and reverse legends, as usual, are blundered and hard to decipher.
Many variants of Sp#6133 exist.
The obverse die may feature:
- 1 pellet behind the bust
- 2 pellets on the bust
- 4 pellets on the bust
The reverse die may feature:
- hand
- hand with S opposite
- hand with pellet opposite
- hand with S opposite and pellets in remaining quadrants
Examples:
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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 long cross on one side of the coin is a common feature of Viking coins, while the other side bears a hand holding a scepter, which is a symbol of royal authority often used in Christian art. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Hiberno-Norse period in Ireland.
