© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Penny - William I Profile Right type ND
| Silver | 1.34 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William I (1066-1087) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1080-1087 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#299443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross pattée, with annulet at centre and voided trefoils in angles, legend around.
Note: moneyer/mint varieties exist
Script: Latin
Lettering: + VLFCITL ON GRANT
Translation: [?] at Cambridge
Comment
Kings of All England (924-1158), Norman Kings (1066-1154), William I (1066-1087), Profile right type penny, struck c.1080-83.Interesting fact
The Silver Penny coin , featuring William I (Profile Right type) and minted between 1080-1087, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. In fact, it's considered one of the rarest and most sought-after coins in the history of English coinage. Its value is estimated to be worth tens of thousands of pounds, making it a true treasure for numismatists.
