Description
Canute (1016-35), Penny, Helmet type (c.1024-1030), London mint, moneyer Wynstan, pointed helmet bust left with sceptre in front, legend surrounding at 1 o’clock, CNV: TR• ECX. Rev, short voided cross with pellet and annulet centre, pellet in annulet in each angle, all within linear circle, reads +PYNSTΛN ON LVND, 0.91g (S.1158; N.787; BMC XIV; SCBI 14 [Copenhagen, Part IIIb] 3075).
A well struck example with a large and broad portrait, slightly wavy flan. Brightly toned both sides with clear legend inscriptions, slightest of soft spots in the legend at ST in Pynstan. Comprehensive very fine, much eye appeal with a pleasing portrait, free from any peckmarks or surface markings.
