Kingdom of Wessex Penny - Alfred the Great, 880 – 899
London monogram type
Information
Country
Kingdom of Wessex
Kingdom of Wessex
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
880 – 899
Ruler
Alfred the Great
(871–899)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.5
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from Kingdom of Wessex. Issued from 880 to 899. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.5 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed bust right, royal title around. (King Alfred.)
- Reverse
- LONDONIA monogram, cross of wedges above, cross of pellets below. (London.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (880-899) | — |
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