½ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type IB) ND (1377-1399) front ½ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type IB) ND (1377-1399) back
½ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type IB) ND (1377-1399) photo
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½ Noble - Richard II London mint; type IB ND

 
Gold 3.76 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Richard II (1377-1399)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1377-1399
Value
½ Noble (⅙)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Gold
Weight
3.76 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#356329
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

R at centre of ornate cross with lis terminals, crown over lion in each angle, all within a tressure of eight arcs, fleurs in spandrels, Latin legend and beaded border surrounding, initial mark cross pattee.

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), Richard II (1377-99). Noble struck in the style of Edward III, Type IB.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type IB) ND (1377-1399) coin is that it features a unique design element known as a "quatrefoil" on the reverse side. A quatrefoil is a four-leafed clover-like shape that is formed by the intersection of four circles. This design element was used in the Middle Ages to symbolize the four Gospels and the four Evangelists. The use of the quatrefoil on this coin adds to its historical and cultural significance, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians alike.