© Michael62
© Michael62
1 Groat - Henry V type B ND
| Silver | 4.2 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry V (1413-1422) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1413-1422 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#423760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross voided dividing legend contained within two concentric circles, trefoil of pellets in angles, saltire stops, Lombardic Ns, additional saltires after TAS and DON.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
+ POSVI+ DEVMx AD IVTOREM xMEVMx
CIVI TAS LON DON
Unabridged legend:
Posui Deum Adiutorem Meum
Civitas London
Translation:
I have made God my helper
City of London
Comment
House of Lancaster (1399-1461), Henry V (1413-22), silver groat, type B, struck at the Tower mint, London.
There is now some uncertainty as to whether types A and B of Henry V should be given to Henry IV. [ref: Coins of England 2020. Spink]
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - Henry V (type B) ND (1413-1422) coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry V, who was known for his military conquests and his role in the Hundred Years' War. The coin's design features the king's crowned bust on one side and a cross fleury on the other, symbolizing the king's power and influence. Despite being minted over 600 years ago, this coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
