© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Penny - Coenwulf Group II; Canterbury
| Silver | 1.33 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Mercia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Coenwulf (796-821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 805-810 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.33 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#426569 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with wedges in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + DVDA MONETA
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Coenwulf Penny is that it features a unique design element - a small cross pattée (a cross with arms that are narrow at the center and broaden outwards) on the reverse side, which is not found on other coins of the same era. This cross is believed to have been added to the coin's design to symbolize the influence of Christianity during that time period.
