Lot 326
Eadgar (959-75), Penny, Reform coinage small cross type, (972/3-975), Bedford mint, moneyer Beornwine, inner linear circles
Ancient, British and World Coins, Tokens and Medallions | 111
Auction: 5 July 2023 at 09:50 BST
Description
Eadgar (959-75), Penny, Reform coinage small cross type, (972/3-975), Bedford mint, moneyer Beornwine, inner linear circles both sides, diademed bust left reads +EΛDGΛR REX ΛNGLORX. Rev, moneyer and mint signature surrounds small cross pattée, +BEORNPINE M‑O BEDA, 1.52g (S.1141; N.752; BMC VI; SCBI. -; Spink Plate coin). Fully centred strike on a symmetrical flan, good detail in the bust, Kings expression vivid with intelligible legends. Rev, moneyer mint signature clear with a pleasing golden undertone in the periphery, few die breaks. Bold very fine, at the time the moneyer unknown for mint and type. Rare.
Ex. Spink Numismatic Circular, item reference HS3184. Spink in house stock reference SPK22779/ with three supporting tickets. Spink Coins of England standard catalogue plate coin, p.136 – entry S.1141, this coin.
