Silver Penny, Helmet Type, Armoured Bust Left in Radiate Helmet. London Mint.
Spink Ref: 1152
Coin Diameter (mm): 19
Aethelred II reigned from 978 to 1016 AD. Aethelred's reign was characterised by repeated Viking invasions, heavy taxation, and political indecision, weakening royal authority and public confidence. Despite attempts at reform, his failure to control external threats led to temporary deposition and enduring instability across England. Large silver issues funded Danegeld payments.
Silver Penny, Helmet Type, Armoured Bust Left in Radiate Helmet. London Mint.
Spink Ref: 1152
Coin Diameter (mm): 19
Aethelred II reigned from 978 to 1016 AD. Aethelred's reign was characterised by repeated Viking invasions, heavy taxation, and political indecision, weakening royal authority and public confidence. Despite attempts at reform, his failure to control external threats led to temporary deposition and enduring instability across England. Large silver issues funded Danegeld payments.
