The PAS has only recorded 19 “Sword type” pennies of William and this is the first from Wiltshire and the the South West of England. It has therefore been designated a Find of Note of Regional Importance. The reverse reads IELFEH ON SANDP giving the moneyer as Aelfheah and the mint as Sandwich.
“Sword type” penny of William I
Issued by: William I
Denomination: Penny
Mint: Sandwich
Period: Anglo-Saxon
Date found: 06/07/2022
Location: Bremhill, Wiltshire