Great Britain
Selections from the Eric P. Newman Collection of World Coins. Stephen (1135-1154) Penny c.1136-45, North-873, S-1278, Unclear mint (Insert indicates Bury St Edmunds), Gilibert as moneyer, AU55 NGC. + STI[EFNE] REX, bust right, crowned and diademed, holding scepter in right hand / + GI[LIBE]RT:ON:[?], cross moline with fleur in each quadrant. An iridescent patina adds appeal to this coin, although the flan is slightly bent with the usual crude strike for this issue.
Estimate: 400-500 USD