NORMAN. William II Rufus. 1087-1100. Æ Brooch (21mm, 1.14 g). Copying the reverse of a William II Rufus penny, Voided Cross type (BMC iii), from Winchester mint, moneyer Godwine (cf. SCBC 1260), inscribed + GODPINE ON PNI. Missing pin and catch. Attractive glossy green patina. VF. Rare.
From the Lampasas Collection. Reportedly ex Billingsgate spoil find.