Coins, Historical Medals & Paper Money

Æthelred II (978-1016), Penny, First Hand type, Norwich, Svertingr, spyrtinc nordpic, curious small bust with modelled, rounded drapery, rev. square cuff to hand, 1.58g/6h (cf. Dolley and Talvio, BNJ 1977, p.59; Doubleday 360, same dies; N 766; S 1144). Small edge chip and bright from cleaning, otherwise fine, rare £150-200

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, English Coins from the Collection of the late Dr John Hulett.

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Provenance: P. Broadley Collection, DNW Auction 31, 17 September 1997, lot 145