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Penny - Æthelstan I
| Silver | 1.29 g | 21 mm |
| Location | Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Eadnoth |
| King | Aethelstan I (825-840) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 830-838 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.29 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with pellets in angles, moneyer around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + EADNOD MO
Translation: Eadnoth, moneyer.
Interesting fact
The Æthelstan I Penny, minted between 830 and 838, 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.
