© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Penny - Civil War Cross Moline / Defaced ND
| Silver | 1.11 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen (1135-1154) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1138-1145 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#317288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross moline, fleur in each angle.
Lettering: + ADAM : ON : NOR
Translation: Adam of Norwich
Comment
Kings of all England (924-1158), Stephen (1135-54), Local and irregular issues of the Civil War, Cross Moline type penny with defaced obverse.Norwich mint; Adam, moneyer (original). Struck circa 1138-53. Mack#137-47
Stephen of Blois seized the English throne on the death of his uncle, Henry I, despite his oath to support Matilda, with whom he contended for power during his reign.
Coins struck from erased dies late 1130s-c.1145:
The association of these coins with the Interdict of 1148 is erroneous. Some of the marks that disfigured the dies were probably cancellation marks, but the exigencies of the civil war required the re-use of the dies. Other defacements may well be an overtly political statement.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - Civil War (Cross Moline / Defaced) ND (1138-1145) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 1.11 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England's history. The Civil War era was marked by conflict between the Royalist supporters of King Charles I and the Parliamentarian supporters of Oliver Cromwell, which ultimately led to the execution of the king and the establishment of a republic. Despite this tumultuous period, the coin still maintains its value and historical significance, serving as a reminder of England's rich history.
