© Spink and Son
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Thrymsa 'Benutigo' type
| Gold | 1.30 g | - |
| Issuer | Early Anglo-Saxon (Kingdoms of British Isles and Frisia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 620-655 |
| Value | 1 Thrymsa |
| Currency | Thrymsa (600-675) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.30 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#121218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross on steps, runic legend around.
Script: Runic
Comment
Early Anglo-Saxon period (c.600-c.775), Thrymsa coinage (c.600-c.675), Ultra-Crondall types (c.620-c.655).Thrymsas not represented in the Crondall hoard, but probably of the same date range.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Thrymsa coin is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan elements in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin bears the image of a cross, indicating the influence of Christianity, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of a pagan deity, such as a horned god or a bird of prey. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of the Early Anglo-Saxon period and highlights the complexities of the transition from a pre-Christian to a Christian society.
