Description
Aethelred II (978-1016), Penny, Crux type (c.991-997), London mint, moneyer Eadwine, inner linear circles both sides, bare headed bust left, in front trefoil tipped sceptre, legend surrounds +ÆĐELRÆD REX ΛNGLORX. Rev, short cross voided with CRVX in angles, reading +EΛDPINE M-O LVND, 1.65g (S.1148; N.770; BMC IIIa; SCBI 7 [Copenhagen], 765). Toned, legible legends with a little doubling in the obverse script, a well detailed and proficient portrait, some striking flaws or metal striations, the usual peckmarks. Comprehensive very fine.
