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1 Groat - Edward IV Heavy cross coinage; Dublin ND
| Silver | 2.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Lord | Edward IV (1461-1483) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1470-1473 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#55171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée dividing two concentric legends, three large pellets in each angle and an additional small pellet in two opposite angles
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POSVI DEVM : ADIVTORE : MEVM :
CIVI TAS : DVBL InIE
Translation:
I have made God my helper
City of Dublin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - Edward IV (Heavy cross coinage; Dublin) ND (1470-1473) coin from Ireland is that it was minted during the reign of King Edward IV, who was the first Yorkist king of England and ruled from 1461 until his death in 1483. This coin was part of the "Heavy Cross" coinage, which was a series of coins minted during Edward IV's reign that featured a large, ornate cross on the reverse side. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.5 grams, making it a significant and valuable coin during its time.
