Aethelred II (978-1016), silver long cross Penny (c.997-1003), Bath Mint, Moneyer Eadstan, draped bust left, Latin legend and beaded outer border surrounding both sides, legend commences lower left, +ÆÐELRÆD REX ANGLO'I, rev. long voided cross with tri-crescent ends, +ÆD STAN MΩO BAÐ, 1.64g (N.774; S.1151). Well-struck and toned, some light marks, otherwise very fine with a superb portrait.

The legends translate as "Aethelred, King of the English" and "Aelfric moneyer of Bath."

Estimate: £300 - £500