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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Penny - Wulfred Group VI; 'Baldred' type
| Silver | 1.31 g | 21 mm |
| Location | Archbishopric of Canterbury (Anglo-Saxon Archbishoprics) |
|---|---|
| Moneyer | Swefheard |
| Archbishop | Wulfred (805-832) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 823-825 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#309666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Central mint name across two lines within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ SVVEFHERD MONET
DRVR
CITS
Translation:
Swefheard Moneyer.
City of Canterbury.
Interesting fact
The Wulfred Penny, which was minted during the reign of King Wulfred of Mercia (823-825 AD), is considered to be one of the rarest and most valuable pennies in the history of English coinage. It is believed that only about 10-15 of these coins still exist today, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians.
