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Penny - Cnut Jewel Cross type ND
1035 year| Silver | 1.1 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Cnut (1016-1035) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1035 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#96896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross composed of four ovals united at base by two circles.
Script: Latin
Comment
Posthumous type considered to have been struck under the auspices of Cnut's widow, Queen Emma of Normandy.Interesting fact
The Cnut (Jewel Cross type) Penny, minted in 1035, is a rare and valuable coin. It's believed that only about 100 of these coins were minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
