Description
Edward the Elder (899-924), Kings of Wessex, Penny, two line type, Fritheberht moneyer. Small cross pattée, legend surrounds +EADWEARD REX .Rev, FRIDEBRHT MO in two lines, divided by three crosses, pellet above and below, 1.56g (N.649; S.1087).
Slight chip at 9 o clock, darkly toned, mottled toning both sides. Near very fine, with an old supporting ticket, a scarce type.