Great Britain. Anglo-Saxon. Danish East Anglia. Coin Weight. Late 9th century. Circular lead weight with inset coin (48.10g), Coin is a local issue of an AR Penny of Alfred the Great (871-899): first coinage, lunette type, circa 871-875; uncertain mint and moneyer (cf. North 625; cf. SCBC 1057). Cf. Williams, Anglo-Saxon 21 (for type), and 22 (for value). For weight: Good condition, tan and brown patina, small area chipped off edge; for coin: VF. Very rare multiple-value weight. Very Fine. Estimated Value $500 - UP
Ex CNG 76/1 Sept 12, 2007 lot 1855 Ex The David Karpeles Collection.