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Sceat - Eadberht Class G
| Silver | 0.97 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Northumbria (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Eadberht (737-758) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 737-758 |
| Value | 1 Sceat |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.97 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#91022 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Stylized stag to right surrounded by four pointed annulets.
Comment
Eadberht abdicated to become a monk.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Sceat - Eadberht (Class G) (737-758) from Kingdom of Northumbria (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Silver weighing 0.97 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse features a stylized image of a bird, which is believed to represent the pagan belief in the importance of animals and nature. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Kingdom of Northumbria during the 8th century.
