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Penny - Plegmund Group II
| Silver | 1.48 g | 22.5 mm |
| Location | Archbishopric of Canterbury (Anglo-Saxon Archbishoprics) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Berthelm |
| Archbishop | Plegmund (890-914) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 890-914 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.48 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#102846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Moneyer's name in two lines, three crosses pattée between.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BERHT
+ + +
ELM MO
Translation: Berthelm, moneyer.
Interesting fact
The Penny - Plegmund (Group II) coin was minted during the reign of King Alfred the Great, who was known for his efforts to promote education, literacy, and the arts. The coin's design features a stylized portrait of the king, surrounded by the inscription "ALFRED REX" (King Alfred) in Latin. This coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact from the Anglo-Saxon period, and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.