© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
½ Noble - Richard II London mint; type III ND
| Gold | 3.79 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 | 3.79 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#356521 |
|---|---|
| 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 III, French title resumed.Die varieties:
IIIA no marks;
IIIB lion on rudder.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Noble - Richard II (London mint; type III) ND (1377-1399) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal arms on the reverse side, which was a new addition to the coin's design during Richard II's reign. This shield was added to the coin to indicate the king's claim to the throne and his connection to the royal lineage. This feature makes the coin stand out from other coins of the same era and adds to its historical significance.
