© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
¼ Ryal - Edward IV 1st reign; Light coinage ND
| Gold | 1.88 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward IV (1461-1470) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1467-1469 |
| Value | ¼ Ryal (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.88 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#127251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross fourchée, with rose at centre and lis at each end; all over radiate sun
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: EXALTABITVR In · GLORIA ·
Lettering (regular font): EXALTABITVR IN · GLORIA ·
Translation: He shall be exalted in glory
Comment
House of York, Edward IV (1461-85), First reign (1461-70), Light coinage (1464-70), London mint; Schneider 425Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Ryal - Edward IV (1st reign; Light coinage) ND (1467-1469) 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 ¼ Ryal, a gold coin that was valued at one-fourth of a Ryal, a silver coin that was equivalent to 12 pence. This new coinage system was designed to stabilize the English economy and combat inflation, which had become a significant problem in the previous decades. The ¼ Ryal coin was a key part of this effort, as it provided a much-needed influx of gold coinage into the economy and helped to promote trade and commerce.
