Anglo-Saxon - Variety L - Sceat > Lot No. 187

Description:
C. 695-740 AD. 'Plumed Bird', Variety L Sceatta. Obv: developed figure of a plumed bird facing right with massive eye. Rev: beaded standard with large central annulet cross between corners, triangles of pellets between cross limbs. Rare.

Measurements:
1.10 grams.

Condition:
Good very fine.

References:
S. 789 (variant); M.- ; Abramson E320.

Export licence:
No

Low estimate: £100
High estimate: £150

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £85