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Penny - William I Canopy type ND
| Silver | 1.32 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (1066-1087) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1070-1072 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.32 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#316424 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Double quadrilateral, with incurved sides, annulet at centre and fleur at each limb.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + ÆGELǷINE ΘN LEG
Translation: Ægelwine of Leicester
Comment
Norman Kings (1066-1154), William I (1066-87), Canopy type penny.Leicester mint; Ægelwine, moneyer; struck 1070-72. B.M.C. 3
Duke William of Normandy (William the Conqueror) claimed the throne of England on the death of his cousin Edward the Confessor. An important monetary reform occurred towards the close of this reign with the introduction of the geld de moneta assessed on boroughs. This may be seen as part of the raft of administrative reforms initiated by William I, which included the compilation of the Domesday Book in 1086.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Penny - William I (Canopy type) ND (1070-1072) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 1.32 g is that it was minted during the reign of King William I, also known as William the Conqueror, who ruled England from 1066 to 1087. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, which featured a new design and were made of silver, indicating the importance of trade and commerce during that time.
