Penny - Stephen (Cross pommée ('Awbridge') type) ND (1154-1158) front Penny - Stephen (Cross pommée ('Awbridge') type) ND (1154-1158) back
Penny - Stephen (Cross pommée ('Awbridge') type) ND (1154-1158) photo
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Penny - Stephen Cross pommée 'Awbridge' type ND

 
Silver - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Stephen (1135-1154)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1154-1158
Value
1 Penny
Currency
Penny (924-1158)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#90240
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Voided cross within quatrefoil with fleurs in angles, moneyer and mint name around.

Comment

Mintage began in 1154 and lasted four years into Henry II's reign, ending in 1158.

Many moneyer and mint name varieties exist for this type.

For further detail, please visit Marshall Faintich's article here.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - Stephen (Cross pommée ('Awbridge') type) ND (1154-1158) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver is that it was minted during the reign of King Stephen, who ruled England from 1135 to 1154. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the "Cross pommée" type, which featured a cross with pellets (or "pommées") at the ends of the arms. The use of silver in the coin's composition was also significant, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was often used in coinage during this time period.