Ruler:
Offa of Mercia
Production place:
United Kingdom
History note: Dr David J. de Sola Rogers (1946-99) formed this systematic reference collection of toy money, which he used as the basis of his detailed catalogue (Toy Coins, 1990), now the standard work on this series. Many of the items in the collection are illustrated in his book.
Method of acquisition: Given (2003-11-25) by Galata Coins
Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 20.1 mm Diameter 21.2 mm
Inscription present: Celtic cross with letters of inscription on limbs, central panel containing small cross with trefoils in angle
Accession number: CM.2820-2003
Primary reference Number: 218265
Rogers: 1336
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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