Collection
Brief description
Silver penny of Harold II (Harold Godwinson). Pax or Sole Type. Minted in Wilton, Wiltshire, by the moneyer Aelfweald. Obverse, crowned bust facing left holding sceptre. Inscribed with '+HAROLD REX ANG' meaning 'Harold, King of the English'. Reverse, central 'PAX' or 'Peace' surrounded by '+AEFPOLD ON PILTI.' Believed to have been part of Soberton (Hampshire) Hoard.
Object number
EPPMS.2007.17
Object name
Harold II Coin
Production person
Production date
01.06.1066-14.10.1066
Production place
Wilton