British Anglo-Saxon - Series D, Type 2c - Variant Sceatta > Lot No. 191

Description:
C. 680-710 AD. Series D, Type 2c Sceatta. Obv: unusual crude pelleted bust right with uncertain letters in front and behind. Rev: pellet-ended cross with a pellet in each angle with symbols and letters around.

Measurements:
1.12 grams.

Condition:
Extremely fine.

References:
S. 839 (variant); cf. Metcalf p. 184 for discussion.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £100 - 200 (EUR 120 - 240; USD 160 - 320)

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

Sold for: £110