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Edward the Confessor (1042-1066), Penny, Expanding cross type (1050-1053). Thetford mint, moneyer Leofwine. Bust facing left holding sceptre tipped with four pellets, legend reads +EDPER •D REEX. Rev, central cross with arms expanding, legend surrounds +LEOFPINE ON DEOP, 1.67g (S.1176. N.820; BMC.V).
Near extremely fine, slight weakness in reverse legend at 1 o clock and six o clock, nevertheless a very pleasing portrait.
| Period | 1042 - 1066 AD |
|---|---|
| Coin Group | British |
| Denomination | Pennies |
| Coin Ruler | Edward the Confessor |
| Country | England |
| Coin House | Late Anglo Saxon |
| Metal | Silver |
| Mint Mark | Thetford |
| References | S.1176. N.820; BMC.V |
| Weight | 1.67 g |
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