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CM06234
Stephen Penny Swansea Mint, Moneyer Henri Extremely Rare
Stephen (1135-54), silver Penny, Watford type (c.1136-45), Swansea Mint, struck from local dies, Moneyer Henri, crowned bust with sceptre right, Latin legend and beaded border surrounding, +S[TI]EFN REIS, rev. cross moline, lis in each angle, Latin legend and beaded border surrounding, +HEII[--]MI, weight 1.04g (Boon 19-23 var.; Allen BNJ 2012, p.68 and 115; N.873; S.1278). Toned, 60% on target striking with 40% flat, undulating flan with slight lamination on reverse, a bold very fine for the visible parts of this crude local issue and of the highest rarity.
Swansea was a Baronial outpost at the time of King Stephen, and nearby was the scene of a battle on the 1st January 1136 where the Welsh slayed 500 Anglo Norman colonists.
Provenance:
Ex Dix Noonan and Webb, Auction 123, 11th June 2014, lot 315.
Coins derive their value from their rarity, condition, visual appeal and - most importantly – the size of their collector base. Our specialists are experienced at assessing preservation and identifying details that distinguish a common coin from a valuable one.
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What happens if I’m not entirely happy with my purchase?
On bullion products the price of goods are linked to underlying metal prices or financial markets and all sales are final, there are no refunds or exchanges. There is no statutory right to return or cancel an order once placed under the Financial Services (Distance Marketing) Regulations 2004 or Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013.
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