© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Noble - Edward III 3rd coinage; 3rd period ND
| Gold | 8.07 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward III (1327-1377) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1346-1351 |
| Value | 1 Noble (⅓) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.07 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#347638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large floriate cross with Є at centre, crowned lions in angles, all within polylobe with trefoils in spandrels.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
+IhC x TRAnSIEИS x PER x mEDIVm x ILLORVm x IBAT x
E
Lettering (regular font):
+IHC X TRANSIENS X PER X MEDIVM X ILLORVM X IBAT X
E
Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went His way
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Edward III (1327-1377), 3rd coinage (1344-51), 3rd period (1346-51), Gold noble.These coins were struck to a standard weight of 128.59 grains or 8.33g.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Noble coin from Edward III's 3rd coinage period is that it was the first English coin to feature a portrait of the king. This was a significant departure from previous coins, which had typically featured a simple cross or other design. The portrait of Edward III on the 1 Noble coin was a sign of the growing power and influence of the English monarchy during this time period.
