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1 Angel - Henry VI Restoration; London ND
| Gold (.958) | 5.09 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VI (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1470-1471 |
| Value | 1 Angel (⅓) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.958) |
| Weight | 5.09 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53819 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ship bearing quartered shield of arms below cross
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + PER CRVCE TVA SALVA NOS XPC REDEM[PTOR]
Lettering (regular font): + PER CRVCE TVA SALVA NOS XPC REDEM[PTOR]
Translation: By Thy Cross save us O Christ our Redeemer
Comment
Henry was briefly restored to the throne between October 1470 and April 1471.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Angel - Henry VI (Restoration; London) ND (1470-1471) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. Henry VI was restored to the throne after a period of exile, and his reign was marked by political instability and conflict. Despite this, the coinage of this period is considered to be of high quality and is highly sought after by collectors today.
