Kingdom of Mercia Penny - Burgred, 852 – 855
Type Ia
Information
Country
Kingdom of Mercia
Kingdom of Mercia
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
852 – 855
Ruler
Burgred
(852–874)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.2
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from Kingdom of Mercia. Issued from 852 to 855. Struck in Silver. Measures 20 mm and weighs 1.2 g.
- Obverse
- Bust right looking up, royal title around. (King Burgred.)
- Reverse
- Moneyer's name across three lines. (Lefe, moneyer.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (852-855) | — |
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