Penny - William I (Two Sceptres type) ND (1072-1074) front Penny - William I (Two Sceptres type) ND (1072-1074) back
Penny - William I (Two Sceptres type) ND (1072-1074) photo
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Penny - William I Two Sceptres type ND

 
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
William I (1066-1087)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1072-1074
Value
1 Penny
Currency
Penny (924-1158)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#56053
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross fleury with pellets in angles

Script: Latin

Interesting fact

The William I (Two Sceptres type) Penny, minted between 1072 and 1074, is a rare and valuable coin. It is believed that only about 20 examples of this coin exist today, making it highly sought after by collectors. (Source: "The Coins of England" by Spink)