© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
Penny Viking imitation in the name of Alfred
| Silver | 1.13 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of East Anglia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 880-910 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.13 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#109241 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Londonia monogram between quatrefoils above and below.
Script: Latin
Lettering: LONDONIA
Translation: London.
Comment
Anglo-Saxon Middle Period (c.780-973), Anglo-Viking Coinages (885-954), Southern Danelaw (c.880-910)Viking Alfred imitation of London Monogram type, varieties exist of monogram (Sp#964A) and of moneyer (Sp#965).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is a Viking imitation of a Penny minted in the name of Alfred, King of Wessex, who was known for his efforts to defend his kingdom against Viking raids and for his promotion of education and literacy. The coin's design features a simplified version of the standard Alfred Penny design, with a crowned bust of Alfred on the obverse and a cross on the reverse. Despite being a copy, this coin is still considered a valuable and collectible piece of numismatic history.
