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Penny - Ceolnoth Group II
| Silver | 1.21 g | 21 mm |
| Location | Archbishopric of Canterbury (Anglo-Saxon Archbishoprics) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Beornwulf |
| Archbishop | Ceolnoth (833-870) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 833-870 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.21 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#309736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lettering arranged on limbs of, and around, beaded cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + BIARN VLF MO N E T Λ
Translation: Beornwulf, moneyer.
Interesting fact
The Ceolnoth Penny, also known as the "Silver Penny," was minted during the reign of King Ceolnoth of Wessex (833-870 AD). It's interesting to note that this coin was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time. In fact, the use of silver in coinage was a significant innovation during the Anglo-Saxon period and marked a departure from the earlier bronze and gold coins. The silver content of the Ceolnoth Penny was relatively high, weighing around 1.21 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after coin among collectors today.
