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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Farthing - Edward I Class 9a ND
| Silver | 0.34 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward I (1272-1307) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1299-1301 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.34 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#162092 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée with trefoil of pellets in angles, mint name around.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Edward I (1272-1307), New Coinage (1279-1307), Class 9a silver farthing.Struck at the Tower mint, London only, c.1299-1301.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Farthing coin from England, made of Silver and weighing 0.34g, is that it was issued during the reign of King Edward I, also known as Edward Longshanks, who ruled from 1272 to 1307. This coin was part of a new coinage system introduced by the King in 1299, which replaced the older silver pennies with a new coin that was lighter in weight and had a different design. The 1 Farthing coin was one of the smallest denomination coins issued during this time, and it was used widely in trade and commerce throughout England and its territories.
