½ Penny - Henry V Type D; London ND
| Silver | 0.45 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry V (1413-1422) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1413-1422 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.45 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#302481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing the legend, with three pellets in each angle.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVITAS LONDON
Lettering (regular font): CIVITAS LONDON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Lancaster (1399-1461), Henry V (1413-22), Halfpenny type D, struck at the London mint.For further information see:
Halfpennies and Farthings of Henry IV, V and VI by P. and B.R. Withers, 2003.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny - Henry V (Type D; London) ND (1413-1422) coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry V, who was known for his military campaigns in France during the Hundred Years' War. The coin's design features a crowned bust of the king on the obverse (front side), and a long cross with three pelicans on the reverse (back side). The pelicans are a symbol of charity and are associated with the king's generosity and benevolence. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians, providing a glimpse into the economic and political climate of medieval England.
