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½ Penny - Henry IV Light coinage ND
| Silver | 0.55 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry IV (1399-1413) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1412-1413 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.55 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53983 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée with trefoil of pellets in angles, legend around.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS LOn DOn
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Lancaster (1399-1461), Henry IV (1399-1413), Light coinage (1412-13).Struck at the Tower mint, London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny - Henry IV (Light coinage) ND (1412-1413) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in England. The coin was issued during the reign of King Henry IV, who came to power after deposing his cousin, King Richard II. Henry IV's reign was marked by struggles with the House of Commons and the nobility, as well as the impact of the Black Death, which had a significant impact on the economy and society. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period, including the ½ Penny, continued to be minted using the traditional methods and materials of the time, such as silver. This coin is a small but fascinating piece of history that provides a glimpse into the economic and political climate of medieval England.
