The Collection of Anglo-Saxon and Earlier Hammered Coins formed by the late Captain 'Peter' Arnot

Vikings in York: Cnut/Siefred, vikings of york, Siefred, SlEFREDVS around cross pattée with a pellets in first and third quarters, reverse Rex and initial cross at the end of the limbs of a cross pattée, 1.22 gms (N. 503; S. 985). Rim chipped, otherwise very fine, rare (£80-100)

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Collection of Anglo-Saxon and Earlier Hammered Coins formed by the late Captain 'Peter' Arnot.

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Coins inscribed Siefred may have been struck for Sigeferth, who it is thought may have succeeded Guthrith c.895 (BAR 180, pp.347-8)