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Penny - Regnald Guthfrithsson Cross Moline type
| Silver | 0.95 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Viking Kingdom of York (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Rognvald II Gudfirdsson (943-944) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 943-944 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.95 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#108091 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Small cross pattée within inner circle, moneyer's name around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + AVRA MONIT REΓ
Translation: Avra, moneyer.
Comment
Anglo-Saxon Middle Period (c.780-973), Anglo-Viking Coinages (885-954), English Coins of the Hiberno-Norse Vikings of York (c.919-954)Later period, after the battle of Brunanburh, 937 (939-954).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - Regnald Guthfrithsson (Cross Moline type) (943-944) from Viking Kingdom of York (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Silver weighing 0.95 g is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural and historical significance of the Viking Age in Europe. The coin's design includes a cross moline, which is a type of cross with curved arms, and is surrounded by intricate patterns and details that are characteristic of Viking art. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the economic, social, and political systems of the Viking Kingdom of York during the 10th century.
