Kingdom of Mercia Penny - Coenwulf, 810 – 821
Groups III and IV; Rochester mint
Information
Country
Kingdom of Mercia
Kingdom of Mercia
Currency
Pound
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
810 – 821
Ruler
Coenwulf
(796–821)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.31
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from Kingdom of Mercia. Issued from 810 to 821. Struck in Silver. Measures 20 mm and weighs 1.31 g.
- Obverse
- Large diademed bust of coarse style right, legend around. (Coenwulf King of Mercia.)
- Reverse
- Central cross surrounded by four crescents within inner circle, legend around. (Dunn, moneyer.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (810-821) | — | Rochester mint |
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