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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Penny anonymous Groups IV and V
| Silver | 1.2 g | 19 mm |
| Location | Archbishopric of Canterbury (Anglo-Saxon Archbishoprics) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Swefheard |
| Archbishop | Wulfred (805-832) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 822-823 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#309665 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Mint name across three horizontal lines, pellets above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· + ·
DORO
BERNIΛ
CIVITΛ
· S ·
Translation: City of Canterbury.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny anonymous (Groups IV and V) (822-823) made of Silver weighing 1.2 g is that it was minted during a time when the composition of the penny was changed from bronze to silver, and then back to bronze again, due to the rising cost of silver during World War II. This coin is a rare example of a silver penny that was minted during this brief period, making it a unique and valuable collector's item.
