1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson (Late long cross; STENG) (1015-1035) front 1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson (Late long cross; STENG) (1015-1035) back
1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson (Late long cross; STENG) (1015-1035) photo
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1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson Late long cross; STENG

 
Silver 1.4 g 19 mm
Description
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
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#55154
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Long voided cross with triple crescent tips, dividing legend. One small pellet in each quadrant.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ STENG MO DIFLINR

Translation: Steng moneyer of Dublin

Comment

Examples of other moneyers:

Siult. Reverse legend ✠ SIVLT MO DIFLINΛM

© Classical Numismatic Group

Faermin. Reverse legend ✠ FÆREMIN MO DYFLI

© Ira & Larry Goldberg

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.