RecordCoin (obverse), penny, of Henry, Earl of Northumberland< 1 of 1 > Back
Coin (obverse), penny, of Henry, Earl of NorthumberlandThis is the obverse of a Henry, Earl of Northumberland silver penny minted at Corbridge in Northumberland between 1136 and 1152, during the reign of David I. The coin was worth one penny Scots. The obverse bears a crowned bust with sceptre. The Latin inscription translates as: 'Henry'. David I's son, Henry, gained the Earldom of Northumberland in 1139 as the result of a treaty with the English King Stephen. Coins in his name were issued at Carlisle, Corbridge, and a third mint thought to have been at Bamborough. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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