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© Sincona AG
½ Noble - Richard II London mint; type IIA ND
| Gold | 3.6 g | - |
| 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 | 3.6 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#356414 |
|---|---|
| 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). Half noble struck in the style of Edward III, Type IIA, French title omitted.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type IIA) ND (1377-1399) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield on the reverse side, which is not present on other coins of the same denomination and mintage. This shield is believed to represent the coat of arms of the King's uncle, John of Gaunt, who played an important role in the political and military affairs of England during Richard II's reign. The presence of this shield makes the coin stand out among other coins of the same period and adds to its historical significance.
