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Penny - Cuthred Portrait type
| Silver | 1.34 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 | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91026 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pommée over cross pattée, moneyers name around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EABA mONETA
Translation: Eaba, moneyer.
Interesting fact
The Cuthred Penny, issued during the reign of King Cuthred of Kent (798-807), is considered one of the rarest and most valuable coins in the history of the Kingdom of Kent. It's believed that only about 10 of these coins exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians.
