Kirk Michael Hoard Cnut Coin
Date made: deposited c.1065
Description: The inscription on this coin is;
CNUT RE(C)X (AN)
Lincoln (LINC). æadlos (Valthlauss). [REX(?) .A
Bust left, diademed; in front sceptre (usually with lis head, but sometimes a trefoil). Reverse has short cross voided; circle enclosing a pellet in centre.
Numismatic information:
SHORT-CROSS c.1029-35/6—(BMC xvi; Hild. H; North 790)
An impression of the linen cloth from the purse remained on this coin before cleaning.
Measurements: Die-axis 90°
Materials: silver
Date found: 1972 and 1975
Object name: coin
Collection: Archaeology Collection
ID number: 1976-0081/12