© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
Sceat Series E; variety E
| Silver | 1.04 g | 11.5 mm |
| Issuer | Frisia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 695-740 |
| Value | 1 Sceat |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.04 g |
| Diameter | 11.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#128493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
'Standard' with four lines and central pellet-in-annulet.
Lettering: (uninscribed)
Comment
These sceattas are thought to emanate from the former Rhine mouth area, Frisia, particularly the emporia of Domburg and Dorestad.They also circulated in early Anglo-Saxon Britain and the primary catalogue reference is from the Spink Standard Catalogue of British Coins.
Spink Early Anglo-Saxon, Section C: Continental issue Sceattas (c.695-c.740), Series E, Variety E.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Sceat (Series E; variety E) (695-740) from Frisia (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) made of Silver weighing 1.04 g is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a cross, which symbolizes the Christian faith, while the reverse side features a image of a bird, which is believed to represent the pagan belief in the importance of nature and the cycle of life. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Frisian kingdom during that time period.
