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Penny - Baldred
| Silver | 1.30 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Kent (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Baldred (823-825) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 823-825 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.30 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Small cross pattée within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + SIGESTEF
Interesting fact
The Baldred Penny, issued during the reign of King Baldred of Kent (823-825), is considered one of the rarest and most valuable coins in the history of the Kingdom of Kent. It is believed that only about 10 of these coins still exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians.
