© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson Long cross; CVNVNC
| Silver | 1.65 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Sigtrygg II Silkbeard Olafsson (995-1036) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1000-1010 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Penny (997-1205) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#405093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long voided cross, small pellet at center, triple crescent tips.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ GODPIИE ΠIO PIИT
Translation: Godwine ...
Comment
Differs from S.6103 in obverse legend: CVNVNC DYFL instead of REX DYFL
Variants exist, for example with different moneyer's name reverse:
© Baldwin's
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Viking and Christian imagery. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a long cross, which is a common feature of Viking-era coins, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of Sihtric Anlafsson, a Viking king of Dublin, with a Viking-style haircut and beard. This blending of religious and cultural symbols reflects the complex and multifaceted nature of the Hiberno-Norse Kingdom of Dublin, which was a fusion of Viking and Irish cultures.
