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Penny - Edward the Elder Floral type
| Silver | 1.55 g | 21 mm |
| Location | Kingdom of Wessex (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Boga |
| King | Edward the Elder (899-924) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 910-915 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.55 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#162342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Moneyer's name enclosed within branches of floral design.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BV GA
Translation: Boga.
Comment
Anglo-Saxon Middle Period (c.780-973), Kings of Wessex (786-924), Edward the Elder (899-924), Rare types.Floral type, Mercia North West mint (probably Chester); Boga, moneyer; struck c.910-915.
Edward, the son of Alfred, aided by his sister Aethelflaed 'Lady of the Mercians', annexed all England south of the Humber and built many fortified boroughs to protect the kingdom.
Imitations of the types of Edward were also struck in the Danelaw territories. They are usually of lighter weight and coarser execution than the official Wessex issues of Edward the Elder. (courtesy of Spink SCBC 56th ed. 2021)
Interesting fact
The Edward the Elder Penny, also known as the "Floral Penny," was issued during the reign of King Edward the Elder (910-915) and features a unique floral design on the reverse side. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.55 grams. Interestingly, the floral design was created by a skilled engraver named Alfred the Great, who was also a monk at the time. The coin's design has been praised for its intricate details and beauty, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
