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1 Penny - Sihtric Anlafsson Small cross
| Silver | 1.35 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 | 1010-1016 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Penny (997-1205) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#55262 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Short cross within inner circle
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SIHLΘDIL MII GIHLI
Comment
Imitative of the Aethelred last small cross type of England (see link)Examples of coins in name of specific moneyers:
Aelfrel. Reverse legend ÆLFREL NMO DYFLIM (Aelfrel, moneyer in Dublin):
© Bruun Rasmussen
Waeremin. Reverse legend PÆREMIN MO DYFLIM
© Classical Numismatic Group
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a small cross on the reverse side, which was a distinctive feature of Hiberno-Norse coins during this period. This cross was added to the coin's design to indicate the coin's origins and to distinguish it from other coins in circulation.
