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The Vikings The Runic Stone
| Location | United Kingdom |
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| Year | 2000 |
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| Weight | 27.63 g |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a split design combining a colour-printed scene of Viking figures examining a runic stone covered in inscriptions with a struck relief effigy of the statue of Leif Ericson, depicted in armour and holding a shield bearing a runic symbol. The legend 'THE RUNIC STONE' arcs along the upper field, with 'LEIF ERIC-SON' inscribed in the lower right relief area. The design is framed by a beaded border. |
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| Obverse lettering | THE RUNIC STONE LEIF ERIC-SON |
| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a Viking longship in high relief, shown with a large striped sail, a curved prow, and three round shields along the hull, set against waves. An interlaced knotwork border frames the upper field, and the legend 'THE VIKINGS' arcs along the lower rim within a beaded border. |
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