© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Sceat - Æthelred I 2nd reign
| Silver | 1.05 g | 12.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Northumbria (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| King | Aethelred I (774-779, 789-796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 789-796 |
| Value | 1 Sceat |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.05 g |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#309083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
’Shrine’: cross potent on pelleted triangular base, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CVD CLS
Translation: Cuthgils [moneyer].
Comment
Kings of Northumbria and Archbishops of York (c.685-c.867), Silver Sceatta coinage - C: Regal issues with named Moneyers (789-806).Æthelred was restored to the throne in 790 after Osred II was deposed and exiled until he himself was murdered on 18th April 796.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts Æthelred I, the king of Northumbria, with a crown and a scepter, while the reverse (back) side features a stylized cross with four pelicans, which symbolize the four evangelists. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time, as Christianity was still a relatively new religion in Northumbria during the 8th century.
