Penny - Civil War (North-East and Scottish Border Variants) ND (1138-1153) front Penny - Civil War (North-East and Scottish Border Variants) ND (1138-1153) back
Penny - Civil War (North-East and Scottish Border Variants) ND (1138-1153) photo
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Penny - Civil War North-East and Scottish Border Variants ND

 
Silver 1.34 g -
Description
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
1.34 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#318448
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross moline, lis in angles.

Lettering: [—]BALD [—]RD

Comment

Kings of all England (924-1158), Stephen (1135-54), Local and irregular issues of the Civil War, North-East and Scottish border variant.
Carlisle mint; Uncertain moneyer. Struck circa 1138-53. Mack# 276-9, 281-2

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 Standard circulation coin Penny - Civil War (North-East and Scottish Border Variants) ND (1138-1153) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 1.34 g is a rare and valuable coin. It was minted during the reign of King Stephen, who ruled England from 1135 to 1154, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the time. The coin's design includes a crowned bust of King Stephen on the obverse (front) side, and a cross fleury on the reverse (back) side. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.