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

 
Gold 3.79 g -
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
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#353978
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: + IHC x AVTEM x TRANSIENS x PER x MEDIVM x ILLORVM x IBAT

Lettering (regular font): + IHC X AVTEM X TRANSIENS X PER X MEDIVM X ILLORVM X IBAT

Unabridged legend: Jesus autem transiens per medium illorum ibat

Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went His way

Comment

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

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Noble coin from Edward III's Post-Treaty period is that it was minted during a time of economic and political change in England. The coin was issued after the Treaty of Brétigny in 1360, which marked the beginning of a period of relative peace between England and France. This allowed for an increase in trade and commerce, and the demand for coins like the ½ Noble grew as a result. Additionally, the coin's gold content and intricate design made it a symbol of wealth and power, reflecting the growing influence of the English monarchy during this time.