Kingdom of Wessex Penny - Alfred the Great, 871 – 875
Lunettes type
Information
Country
Kingdom of Wessex
Kingdom of Wessex
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
871 – 875
Ruler
Alfred the Great
(871–899)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.32
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from Kingdom of Wessex. Issued from 871 to 875. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.32 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed Mercian style bust right, royal title around. (King Alfred.)
- Reverse
- Moneyer's name between lunettes above and below. (Wine, moneyer.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (871-875) | — |
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