a scarce set even without the Penny - 40 issued
rose at centre of long cross
on the prow of a ship
with a crowned escutcheon of the Arms of Hanover
outer beaded circle at rim
Ireland, Hiberno-Norse, Sihtric III Olafsson, Penny, Dublin S.6125A a scarce set even withoutIreland, Hiberno Norse Kings, Sihtric III Olafsson (c. 995 1036), Phase II (1015 35),silver Penny, draped bust left, crozier like object behind in field, cruder Sihtric style legend surrounding,rev. long voided cross with tri crescent ends, pellet at centre, small pellet in each quarter, legend with blundered Dublin mint signature, weight 1. 20g (SCBI 22: 86; D&F 23; S. 6125A). Toned, a bold to good very fine and rare.