Lot 2376

Sale 56 · Australian & World Coins, Banknotes, Historical & Military Medals & Badges

Description

Anglo Saxon, Edward the Confessor (1042-1066), silver penny, expanding cross type, GYLDEPINE ON ...N (Canterbury) (S.1176, Br. 5, BMC V). Chip out of edge, cracks, otherwise very fine.

The curious name and lettering form of the moneyer's name is unusual and identifies it as a Canterbury mint issue, even though trace of the mint is only discernable and even though this name is not known in the BMC for this type.

Estimate
$100
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$70