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Penny - Æthelstan I
| Silver | 1.24 g | 20 mm |
| Location | Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Monna |
| King | Aethelstan I (825-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 830-840 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90916 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with or without wedges or pellets in angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MOH MOHET
Translation: Monna, moneyer.
Interesting fact
The Æthelstan I Penny, minted between 830 and 840, is considered one of the rarest and most valuable coins in the world. It's believed that only about 10 of these coins still exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians.
