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Aethelred II (978-1016), last small cross type Penny (1009-17), Byrhstan of Exeter Mint, draped and diademed bust left, pellet by forehead, within linear circle, legend commences at top + AEÐELRED REX ANG, rev. small cross pattee, linear circle surrounding, + BYRHSTAN ON EA.X, 1.18g. (BMC type I; N.777; S.1154).
A couple of pecks on reverse, toned with a weak portrait, fine with clear legends, unusual with the pellet by forehead
| Period | 978 - 1016 AD |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1009-16 |
| Coin Group | British |
| Denomination | Pennies |
| Coin Ruler | Aethelred II |
| Country | England |
| Coin House | Late Anglo Saxon |
| Mint Mark | Exeter Mint |
| References | S.1154 |
| Weight | 1.18 g |
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