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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Penny - Æthelweard
| Silver | 1.29 g | 21 mm |
| Location | Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Eadmund |
| King | Aethelweard (840-855) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 845-855 |
| 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#90917 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross pattée with pellets or wedges, moneyer around
Script: Latin
Lettering: + EADMVND MO
Translation: Eadmund, moneyer.
Comment
Mint in East Anglia (Ipswich?).Interesting fact
The Æthelweard Penny, minted between 845 and 855, is considered one of the rarest and most valuable pennies in the world. It's estimated that only about 10 of these coins still exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians.
