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Penny - Coenwulf Groups III and IV; East Anglia
| Silver | 1.21 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Mercia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Coenwulf (796-821) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 810-821 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.21 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#119098 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Central lozenge with pelleted cross, cross at each limb, legend in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P◊ ∂ E L +
Translation: Woddel.
Comment
Anglo-Saxon Middle Period (c.780-973), Kings of Mercia (757-880), Coenwulf (796-821), Groups III & IV (c.810-821).Struck at an uncertain mint in East Anglia; Woddel, moneyer.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Coenwulf Penny is that it features a unique combination of Christian and pagan elements on its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the image of King Coenwulf, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of a bird, which is believed to represent the pagan god Woden. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious shifts that were taking place in England during the early Middle Ages.
