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1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson Late long cross; Ш
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Sigtrygg II Silkbeard Olafsson (995-1036) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1015-1035 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Penny (997-1205) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#55161 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long voided cross with triple crescent ends, Ш in one angle, pellets in the other three.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + IИII | EIIΘI | ΘIИI | EINII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Viking and Celtic influences in its design. The Late Long Cross style of the coin's cross is a characteristic of Viking coinage, while the name Sihtric Anlafsson is of Celtic origin, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Viking Age in Ireland.
