© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Farthing - Henry VI 1st reign; Rosette-mascle issue ND
| Silver | 0.24 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VI (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1430-1431 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.24 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#92258 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross pommee with pellets in angles, mint name around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VILLA CALIS
Translation: Town of Calais
Comment
House of Lancaster (1399-1461), Henry VI 1st reign (1422-61), Rosette-mascle issue (1430-31).Struck at the Calais mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Farthing coin from Henry VI's first reign is that it features a unique design element known as a "rosette-mascle" issue. This refers to the small rose-like decorations that appear on the coin's reverse side, surrounding the mascle (a small, open circle) that contains the coin's mint mark. This design feature was used specifically for coins minted during Henry VI's first reign, making it a distinctive characteristic of this particular coin.
