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Penny anonymous St. Edmund Memorial coinage
| Silver | 1.20 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 885-915 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.20 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#109182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ADVS VONRET
Translation: Adrad, moneyer.
Comment
Anglo-Saxon Middle Period (c.780-973), Anglo-Viking Coinages (c.885-954), Danish East Anglia (c.885-915)St Edmund Memorial coinage, similar to Sp#960 but barbarous or semi-barbarous legends.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny anonymous (St. Edmund Memorial coinage) (885-915) from Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Silver weighing 1.20 g is that it features a unique design, with a crowned bust of St. Edmund on the obverse side, and a cross fleury on the reverse side. This design was specifically created to commemorate the martyrdom of St. Edmund, who was the king of East Anglia in the 9th century and was known for his bravery and devotion to his people. The coin's design serves as a symbol of the kingdom's rich history and cultural heritage.
