© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
½ Penny - Edward IV 2nd reign ND
| Silver | 0.37 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward IV (1461-1470) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1471-1483 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.37 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#162443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
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 2nd reign (1471-83).Struck at the Tower mint, London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny coin from Edward IV's second reign is that it was minted during a time of economic reform in England. The coinage reform of 1472 aimed to restore the value of the currency, which had been devalued due to excessive coinage during the Wars of the Roses. The ½ Penny coin was introduced as a new denomination to replace the groat, which had become worthless. This coin, made of silver, was a significant improvement in quality compared to the previous coinage and helped to stabilize the economy.
