1/2 Penny anonymous St. Peter
| Issuer | York, Viking Kingdom of |
|---|---|
| Year | 905-915 |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1/2 Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.48 g |
| Diameter | |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | Sp#1008, North#554 |
| Obverse description | Two line inscription divided by row of pellets. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
SC PE · · · TR NO (Translation: Coinage of St. Peter.) |
| Reverse description | Small cross pattée within inner circle, legend around. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
EDORACEC (Translation: City of York.) |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (905-915) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 2049668920 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: The 1/2 Penny anonymous St. Peter, minted in York between 905-915, represents a unique phase in the Viking Kingdom's history. This coinage, bearing St. Peter’s name, suggests an ecclesiastical administration or a communal assertion of identity, possibly appealing to the Christian populace amidst fluctuating secular rule. It reflects