Edward the Confessor 'Facing Bust/Small Cross' Type Silver Penny (Canterbury)

£695.00

Silver Penny, Bust Right. R: Small Cross. Facing Bust/Small Cross Type. Canterbury Mint.

Spink Ref: 1183

Coin Diameter (mm): 17

Edward the Confessor reigned from 1042 to 1066 AD. Edward ruled during a largely peaceful but politically fragile period, relying heavily on powerful noble families. His lack of an heir and weak central authority created succession disputes that culminated in the Norman Conquest following his death. Introduced the long-cross penny to deter clipping.

Silver Penny, Bust Right. R: Small Cross. Facing Bust/Small Cross Type. Canterbury Mint.

Spink Ref: 1183

Coin Diameter (mm): 17

Edward the Confessor reigned from 1042 to 1066 AD. Edward ruled during a largely peaceful but politically fragile period, relying heavily on powerful noble families. His lack of an heir and weak central authority created succession disputes that culminated in the Norman Conquest following his death. Introduced the long-cross penny to deter clipping.