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Penny - Cuthred
| Silver | 1.30 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Kent (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Cuthred (798-807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 798-807 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.30 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tribrach moline consisting of two lines, wedges at outer junctions
Script: Latin
Lettering: +PE RHE ARD
Comment
Kings of Kent, Cuthred (798-807) Tribrach type; struck c.798-c.805Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - Cuthred (798-807) from Kingdom of Kent (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Silver weighing 1.30 g is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin bears an image of a crowned bust of King Cuthred on the obverse, while the reverse features a cross with three pelicans, symbolizing the three nails used in the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This design was specifically chosen to reflect the religious beliefs of the time and to showcase the kingdom's strong Christian heritage.
