Classical Numismatic Group > Auction 126 | Auction date: 28 May 2024 |
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Lot description: ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of All England. Æthelred II. 978-1016. AR Penny (19mm, 1.33 g, 12h). First Hand type (BMC iia, Hild. B1). York mint; Fastulfr, moneyer. Struck circa 979-985. Diademed and draped bust right / + FΛZTVLF M–O EOFER, manus Dei descending from clouds; barred Λ ω flanking. SCBI 50 (Hermitage), 2092 var. (obv. legend); North 766; SCBC 1144. Toned with blue iridescence at margins, a few very light marks. Near EF. A strong portrait. Ex Classical Numismatic Group XXII (2 September 1992), lot 926. Estimate: 600 USD |