Silver Penny, Bearded Bust Right in Pointed Helmet. Pointed Helmet Type. London Mint.
Spink Ref: 1179
Coin Diameter (mm): 20
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, Bearded Bust Right in Pointed Helmet. Pointed Helmet Type. London Mint.
Spink Ref: 1179
Coin Diameter (mm): 20
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.
