Record ID: LANCUM-9B99F8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cumbria
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Scottish Medieval penny of Prince Henry, the Earl of Northumberland and Huntington, minted under King David I between c. 1135-52. David I got involved in the English Civil War because of Matilda (or Maud) and in 1138 David I's forces were soundly defeated at the battle of Cowton Moor near Northallerton by an alliance of northern English barons. Despite this defeat, he continued to resist the forces of the English ruler Stephen and Stephen having been worn down from fighting a two front war agreed to sign a treaty with David I recognising David I's claims to Northumberland. This earldom…
Created on: Monday 18th February 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkoswald', grid reference and parish protected.