Kingdom of Mercia Penny - Ceolwulf II, 874 – 880
Cross and lozenge type
Information
Country
Kingdom of Mercia
Kingdom of Mercia
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
874 – 880
Ruler
Ceolwulf II
(874–880)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.36
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from Kingdom of Mercia. Issued from 874 to 880. Struck in Silver. Measures 22 mm and weighs 1.36 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed bust right, royal title around. (King Ceolwulf.)
- Reverse
- Small cross within central lozenge, moneyer's name in angles. (Leofweald, moneyer.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (874-880) | — | London mint |
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