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¼ Noble - Henry VI ND
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VI (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1422-1461 |
| Value | ¼ Noble (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53973 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Noble coin from Henry VI's reign is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political turmoil in England. The coinage of the time was heavily debased, with high levels of inflation and currency devaluation, which led to widespread discontent among the population. Despite these challenges, the ¼ Noble coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and its gold content made it a valuable and sought-after coin among merchants and traders.
