© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
½ Groat - Richard II type II ND
| Silver | 2.23 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Richard II (1377-1399) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1377-1399 |
| Value | ½ Groat (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.23 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#166599 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée with trefoils in quarters within inner circle, legend around in two outer circles.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+POSVI DEVmxA DIVTOR EmxmEV
CIVI TAS LOn DOn
Lettering (regular font):
+POSVI DEVMXA DIVTOR EMXMEV
CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation:
I have made God my helper
City of London
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Richard II (1377-99), struck at the Tower mint, London.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat - Richard II (type II) ND (1377-1399) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in England. The coin was issued during the reign of King Richard II, who ruled from 1377 to 1399. During his reign, England faced many challenges, including the Black Death, which had a significant impact on the economy and society. Despite these challenges, the coinage of England during this period remained consistent, with the ½ Groat being one of the most widely used coins in circulation. The fact that this coin was made of silver also speaks to the wealth and prosperity of England during this time, as silver was a valuable and sought-after metal.
