Great Britain. Kings of All England. AR Penny, ND (Lincoln 
      mint, struck c. 978-979). North-764; S-1143. 1.37 grams. 
      Æthelred II, 978-1016 AD. Grind, moneyer. First Small Cross 
      type. Central circle, diademed and draped bust left within; + 
      ÆDEL REX AELON around. Reverse: Central circle, small cross 
      pattee within; + GRIND M-O LINEC around. Bold, clear portrait. 
      Sharply struck on choice metal. Medium to deep gray, with 
      smoky to brown recesses; some lighter iridescent areas, with 
      residual luster. Very Rare, more so in this grade, a stunning 
      and choice example! NGC graded MS-62. 
      Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,000. 
      Ex Willes, Norweb (1987, lot 1201), Wm. Conte, and Ex Dr Jacob 
      Y. Terner Collection (by private treaty to the Millennia 
      Collection). 

      Our item number 115856


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