Edward the Elder (0899-0924)
Classification: ANGLO-SAXON, Kings of Wessex, Kings of the Anglo-Saxons
Edward the Elder was born around 874 AD and was the eldest son of King Alfred the Great and his wife Ealhswith. Edward became King of the Anglo-Saxons on 26 October 899 with a Coronation on 8 June 900 at Kingston upon Thames. He ruled until his death on 17 July 924.
Edward was married 3 times and had 14 children.
Edward the Elder was born around 874 AD and was the eldest son of King Alfred the Great and his wife Ealhswith. Edward became King of the Anglo-Saxons on 26 October 899 with a Coronation on 8 June 900 at Kingston upon Thames. He ruled until his death on 17 July 924.
Edward was married 3 times and had 14 children.
899 Penny - Edward the Elder Mintage: Rare |