Aethelred II (978-1016), Penny, 1.65g, Long cross type, Lydford, Aelfstan, bare headed bust left, rev, +aelfstan m·o lyda, voided long cross each arm terminating in three crescents (Brettell 441-42; N.774; S.1151), just slight weakness in areas of obverse legend and with a hint of double striking on the bust, generally an exceptional specimen with smooth fields, lustre, and tone, nearly extremely fine.
Estimate: £500.00 - £700.00