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Penny - Eadgar Rosette type ND
| Silver | 1.44 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Eadgar (959-975) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 959-973 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.44 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#111152 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Small rosette within inner circle, moneyer's name around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +ÆLFSIGE MONE
Comment
Kings of all England (924-973), Eadgar (959-975), Pre-reform coinage (959-973), Circumscription rosette type.North Western mint (?Chester), Aelfsige moneyer.
Interesting fact
The Eadgar (Rosette type) Penny, minted between 959-973, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its age, rarity, and historical significance. It features a unique design of a rosette on the reverse side, which was a common motif in Anglo-Saxon coinage during that period. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Today, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.
