Record ID: NLM-38E159
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A modern imitation of a medieval silver penny of William I (1066-1089), Pax type (North 858-50). The reverse inscription reads STAMFORD CASTLE rather than giiving a mint and moneyer and the weight is too high for an official, medieval issue. It can probably be considered a tourist/re-enactment piece of the late 20th-early 21st century Obverse description: Facing bust with sceptre right. Obverse inscription: [GVLI]ELM REX Reverse description: Short cross with circled letter in each angle, probably +PAX Reverse inscription: +STAMFORD CASTLE Diameter: 19.9mm, Weight: 1.67g…
Created on: Monday 13th July 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th July 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cleethorpes', grid reference and parish protected.