The 880 Penny - Alfred the Great (Tilwine)Silver penny of Alfred the Great struck about 880 by moneyer Tilwine in London. Diameter 20mm and weighs 1.62g. Known as a London monogram type. SCBC 1062, North 646.
Obverse shows a diademed and draped bust facing right with legend: ÆLFR ED REX.
Reverse shows the Londonia monogram flanked by small crosses pattée. Legend shows the moneyer: TILEVI(NE) MO(NE)TΛ.The coin is quite rare and some specimens can command a 5-figure sum.
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Mintage: Rare
Minted at Provincial mints
Minted in 880AD. See Coins and Events of 880
Monarch/Ruler: Alfred the Great (0847-0899)
Category: Penny. See more Penny coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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