Great Britain, Edward 'the Confessor' (1042-1066) AR Penny. York, circa 1046-1048. Ulfcetel Thaginc, moneyer. Sovereign/Eagles type. EΛDPΛRD X ΛNGLOO, king enthroned facing, head right, holding orb and sceptre / + VLFKETEL DAGINGA ON EO, cross, eagles in quarters. SCBC 1181; N. 827; Freeman 417. 1.29g, 21mm, 3h.
Very Fine. Rare.
Privately purchased from A. H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd (£1,250), with original dealer's ticket;
Ex Dix Noonan Webb Ltd, Auction 114, 18 September 2013, lot 1006;
Ex W.J. Conte Collection, Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd; Auction 69 (Sydney), 20-1 March 2001, lot 721.
Price realized | 650 GBP |
Starting price | 240 GBP |
Estimate | 400 GBP |