ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Edward the Confessor. 1042-1066. AR Penny (19mm, 1.31 g, 1h). Hammer Cross type (BMC xi, Hild. G). London mint; Godwine, moneyer. Struck circa 1059-1062.CNG Feature Auction 120 British, Silver Sold For $ 800. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Edward the Confessor. 1042-1066. AR Penny (19mm, 1.31 g, 1h). Hammer Cross type (BMC xi, Hild. G). London mint; Godwine, moneyer. Struck circa 1059-1062. Crowned bust right, scepter before / + GODPINE ON LIIND :, voided cross, arms terminating in inward-facing crescents. Freeman 498; SCBI 42 (South Eastern), 1518 (same dies); North 828; SCBC 1182. Rich iridescent toning, delamination on reverse. Good VF. |