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Halfpenny - Eadgar Flower type ND
| Silver | 0.48 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Eadgar (959-975) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 959-973 |
| Value | ½ Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.48 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#315974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double floral spray on a solid horizontal line which divides the field, rosette of pellets below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
N D
AELFSTAN
Comment
Kings of All England (924-1158), Eadgar (959-975), Pre-reform coinage (959-973), Flower type halfpenny.King in Mercia and Northumbria from 957, and King of all England 959-975, Eadgar was crowned King of England at Bath in 973 in the first coronation of an English King. His reign was largely free from Viking invasions, leading him to be given the sobriquet of 'The Peaceful'.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Halfpenny - Eadgar (Flower type) ND (959-973) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 0.48 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Edgar the Peaceful, who ruled from 959 to 973 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign that featured a unique "flower" design on the reverse side, which was meant to symbolize the king's efforts to promote peace and prosperity throughout his kingdom.
