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Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type; light issue ND
| Silver | 1.16 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward the Confessor (1042-1066) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1050-1053 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.16 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#55908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Voided short cross with expanding limbs, central circle around pellet-in-circle, moneyer/mint name around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + OSGVT (?) ON LINC
Translation: Osgut of Lincoln
Comment
Kings of England (973-1066), Edward the Confessor (1042-66), Light issue, small flan.Interesting fact
The Expanding Cross type Penny, also known as the "Edward" Penny, was minted during the reign of King Edward I (1272-1307) and features an unusual design element - the cross on the reverse side of the coin appears to be "expanding" or "spreading" outward from the center. This unique design was likely intended to symbolize the king's efforts to expand his kingdom and assert his authority over his territories.
