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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Penny - Civil War Midlands Variants ND
| Silver | 1.14 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Stephen (1135-1154) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1138-1153 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.14 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#318129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lozenge with incurved sides, star at centre, trefoil at each end, annulet in each quarter.
Lettering: + GODǷINE : ON : LIN
Translation: Godwine of Lincoln
Comment
Kings of all England (924-1158), Stephen (1135-54), Local and irregular issues of the Civil War, Midlands variant.Lincoln mint; Godwine, moneyer. Struck circa 1143-52. Mack# 72-75, B.M.C. 4
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.
Interesting fact
The Penny - Civil War (Midlands Variants) ND (1138-1153) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 1.14 g is a rare and valuable coin. It was minted during the reign of King Stephen (1135-1154), who was the first king of England to issue a silver penny. The coin features a crowned bust of the king on one side and a cross on the other. It's interesting to note that the coin was minted during a time of civil war in England, known as The Anarchy, which lasted from 1135 to 1153. This coin is a valuable piece of history and a sought-after collector's item.
