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½ Penny - Edward III ND
| Silver | 0.7 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Lord | Edward III (1327-1377) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1339-1340 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#333163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross over beaded inner circle, dividing legend. Three pellets in each quadrant.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVI TAS* DVBL INIE
Translation: City of Dublin
Comment
According to Spink, Coinage of Scotland Ireland and the Islands, 2d ed., the star at the beginning of the obverse legend is the differentiating feature of the Edward III halfpenny.The coinage of Edward III is amongst the rarest of all Irish coinage
Only two halfpennies and a single farthing are known
Interesting fact
The ½ Penny coin was minted during the reign of King Edward III, who ruled England and Ireland from 1327 to 1377. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.7 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the currency system in Ireland during the 14th century, and it was used for everyday transactions. I hope you find this information helpful! If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
