© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
¼ Noble - Richard II London mint; type IA ND
| Gold | 1.92 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Richard II (1377-1399) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1377-1399 |
| Value | ¼ Noble (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#357069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross fleurée, with quatrefoil at centre; in each angle, lion passant above lis; all within polylobe, R in center.
Script: Latin
Lettering: + EXALTABITVR x IN x GLORIA x
Translation: He shall be exalted in glory
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Richard II (1377-99). Quarter-noble struck in the style of Edward III, Type Ia.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type IA) ND (1377-1399) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal arms of England, which was a new addition to the coinage of Richard II's reign. This shield was placed on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the crowned bust of the king, and it symbolized the king's authority and power. The inclusion of this shield was a departure from the previous coinage designs of Richard II, which had featured a simpler, more minimalistic design. This change in design reflects the increasing importance of heraldry and symbolism in the medieval period, and it adds to the historical significance and aesthetic appeal of the coin.
