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½ Ryal - Edward IV 1st reign; Light coinage ND
| Gold | 3.83 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward IV (1461-1470) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1464-1467 |
| Value | ½ Ryal (¼) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.83 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#301201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose in radiant sun over floriate cross, crowns and lions in angles, all within polylobe with large trefoils in spandrels.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: DOmInE • nE • In FVRORE • TVO ARGVAS • mE •
Lettering (regular font): DOMINE • NE • IN FVRORE • TVO ARGVAS • ME •
Translation: O Lord rebuke me not in Thine anger
Comment
House of York (1461-85), Edward IV (1st reign, 1461-70), Light coinage (1464-70), gold half-ryal.Struck at the Tower mint, London, the original weight of these pieces was 60 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Ryal - Edward IV (1st reign; Light coinage) ND (1464-1467) coin is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in England. The coinage of Edward IV's first reign was characterized by a shortage of gold and silver, which led to the use of base metals like copper and tin in the production of coins. Despite this, the ½ Ryal coin remained a valuable and highly sought-after denomination, and its gold content made it a symbol of wealth and status.
