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Penny - Regnald
| Silver | 1.08 g | - |
| Issuer | Viking Kingdom of York (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Regnald (919-921) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 919-921 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.08 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#312162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Karolus monogram in beaded inner circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EIARICECT
Translation: City of York.
Comment
Anglo-Saxon Middle Period (c.780-973), Anglo-Viking Coinages (885-954), Coinages of the Viking Kingdom of York (c.895-920)Regnald (Ragnall) is thought to have been the grandson of Ivar the Boneless and great-grandson of Ragnar Lodbrok.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - Regnald (919-921) from Viking Kingdom of York (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Silver weighing 1.08 g is that it features a unique blend of Viking and Christian imagery. The coin's design includes a depiction of the Viking god Odin on one side, while the other side features a cross, symbolizing the Christian faith that was spreading throughout Europe during this time period. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Viking Age, and makes this coin a fascinating piece of history.
