touch of friction to the high points of the hair only
John as Lord (1171-99)
denomination and date in Arabic
otherwise a pleasing very fine coin with a good provenance
93g (Klat 250)
Ireland, Hiberno Norse Penny Phase III touch of friction to theIreland, Hiberno Norse Kings, Phase III (1035 60), silver Penny, draped bust left, blundered legend surrounding, rev. long voided cross with tri crescent ends, pellet at centre, crude "hand" in two opposing quarters, globule in one quarter, tiny pellet in last quarter, legend with blundered Dublin mint signature (D&F 24; S. 6132). Attractively toned, with an excellent portrait, good very fine.