Penny - Cynethryth

İhraççı	Mercia, Kingdom of
Yıl	780-792
Tür	Standard circulation coin
Değer	1 Penny (1⁄240)
Para birimi	Pound
Bileşim	Silver
Ağırlık	1.29 g
Çap
Kalınlık
Şekil	Round (irregular)
Teknik	Hammered
Yönlendirme	Variable alignment ↺
Gravürcü(ler)
Dolaşımda olduğu yıl
Referans(lar)	Sp#909, North#339, MEC I#1132

Ön yüz açıklaması	Draped bust right, trefoil at sides and above.
Ön yüz yazısı	Latin
Ön yüz lejandı	E·◊B·A· (Translation: Eoba.)
Arka yüz açıklaması	Barred Mercian m, pellets around and within.
Arka yüz yazısı	Latin
Arka yüz lejandı	+ CFNEđ·R·Fđ·R·EGIN·Λ m (Translation: Cynethryth, queen of Mercia.)
Kenar
Darphane
Basma adedi	ND (780-792) - -
Numisquare Kimliği	1792949170
Ek bilgiler	Historical Context: This Penny, issued by Cynethryth between 780-792, marks a unique event in Anglo-Saxon numismatic history. As wife to Offa, the powerful King of Mercia, Cynethryth stands as the sole Anglo-Saxon queen to issue coinage in her own name. This extraordinary privilege highlights her significant political influence and high status within the Mercian court, potentially indicating a co-regency or distinct authority during Offa's reign, a period of Mercian hegemony. Artistry: The coin's artistry, though from an unnamed engraver, reflects the sophisticated Mercian stylistic school of Offa's era. Typical designs feature a diademed bust of the queen on the obverse, rendered in a distinctive, somewhat schematic insular style with classical influences. Legends, proclaiming "CYNETHRYTH REGINA," are generally clear and well-executed, indicating high mint standards. The reverse typically displays the moneyer's name and a cross or monogram. Technical/Grading: Weighing 1.29 grams of silver, this penny's technical strike quality varies. High-points for a portrait type, like the diadem, nose, and shoulder, are often susceptible to weakness or flatness from striking pressure.

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