Description
Canute (1016-35), Penny, Helmet type (c.1024-1030), Thetford mint, moneyer Aelfwine, pointed helmet bust left with sceptre in front, legend surrounding at 1 o’clock, CNVT REX ΛNGL:. Rev, short voided cross with pellet and annulet centre, pellet in annulet in each angle, all within linear circle, reads +ÆLFPINE: ON ÐEODF:, 1.05g (S.1158; N.787; BMC XIV; SCBI 15 [Copenhagen, Part IIIc] 3769 same dies/ mint signature).
Struck using slightly worn obverse dies, free from peckmarks, legends generally legible with a few areas showing signs of clashing and legend distortion. Pleasing cabinet tone, very fine.
