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Penny - Æthelred II 1st Hand type; bust left ND
| Silver | 1.71 g | - |
| Location | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Aevic |
| King | Æthelred II (978-1016) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 979-985 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.71 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#123624 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Manus Dei (Hand of God) extending down between A W
Script: Latin
Lettering: +ÆVIC M-O ZCROBBEZ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - Æthelred II (1st Hand type; bust left) ND (979-985) made of Silver weighing 1.71 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in England. Æthelred II, also known as Æthelred the Unready, was king of England from 978 to 1016, and his reign was marked by Viking raids, political instability, and the introduction of new coinage. The silver penny was one of the new coinage introduced during his reign, and it was an important step towards the standardization of currency in England. Despite the challenges of the time, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the English people.
