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½ Penny - Edward IV 1st reign; Light coinage ND
| Silver | 0.41 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward IV (1461-1470) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1464-1470 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.41 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#162346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in each quarter, legend around.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: [CIVI] TAS LOn DOn
Lettering (regular font): [CIVI] TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of York (1461-85), Edward IV 1st reign (1461-70), Light coinage (1464-70).Struck at the Tower mint, London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny - Edward IV (1st reign; Light coinage) ND (1464-1470) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic reform in England. King Edward IV introduced a new coinage system in 1464, which included the ½ penny coin, to address the issue of currency debasement and to promote trade and commerce. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.41g, making it a valuable and reliable form of currency for everyday transactions.
