Silver Penny, Crowned Bust Left. R: Short Cross Type. London Mint.
Spink Ref: 1159
Coin Diameter (mm): 18
Cnut reigned from 1016 to 1035 AD. Cnut established stable rule over England as part of a wider North Sea empire, governing effectively through respect for English law, cooperation with the church, and strong administration. His reign brought peace and prosperity following decades of invasion and internal disorder. High-quality silver pennies reflected economic strength.
Silver Penny, Crowned Bust Left. R: Short Cross Type. London Mint.
Spink Ref: 1159
Coin Diameter (mm): 18
Cnut reigned from 1016 to 1035 AD. Cnut established stable rule over England as part of a wider North Sea empire, governing effectively through respect for English law, cooperation with the church, and strong administration. His reign brought peace and prosperity following decades of invasion and internal disorder. High-quality silver pennies reflected economic strength.
