½ Noble - Edward III (Post-Treaty period; Calais) ND (1369-1377) front ½ Noble - Edward III (Post-Treaty period; Calais) ND (1369-1377) back
½ Noble - Edward III (Post-Treaty period; Calais) ND (1369-1377) photo
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½ Noble - Edward III Post-Treaty period; Calais ND

 
Gold 3.79 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Edward III (1327-1377)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1369-1377
Value
½ Noble (⅙)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.79 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#354381
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Floriated cross with lis at ends, large Є in center, saltire/double saltire stops.

Script: Latin

Lettering: + DOmInE x nE x In x FVRORE x TVO x ARGVAS x mE x

Unabridged legend: Domine Ne In Furore Tuo Arguas Me

Translation: O Lord rebuke me not in Thine anger

Comment

House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Edward III (1327-77), Fourth coinage (1351-77), Post-treaty period (1369-77), Calais mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Noble coin from Edward III's reign is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in England. The coin was issued during the Post-Treaty period, which followed the Treaty of Brétigny in 1360, which had established a temporary peace between England and France. This period saw a significant increase in trade and commerce, and the introduction of new coinage was likely a response to the growing economic activity. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of gold suggests that it was a high-value denomination, likely used for large transactions or as a store of value.