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1 Noble - Edward III Treaty period; London ND
| Gold | 7.7 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward III (1327-1377) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1361-1369 |
| Value | 1 Noble (⅓) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.7 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#300990 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large floriate cross with Є at center, crowned lions in angles, all within polylobe with trefoils in spandrels.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: + IhC: AVTEm: TRAnSIEnS: PER: mEDIV: ILLORVm: IBAT
Lettering (regular font): + IHC: AVTEM: TRANSIENS: PER: MEDIV: ILLORVM: IBAT
Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went His way
Comment
House of Plantagenet, Edward III (1327-77), Fourth coinage (1351-77), Treaty period (1361-69), London mint.The inclusion of France in the royal title was ceased under the Treaty of Bretigny from 1361 until 1369, when the French title was resumed. In the 8 years between, the title included Aquitaine, or no reference to France at all.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Noble coin from Edward III's reign is that it was used as a means of payment in international trade, particularly in the Mediterranean region. Its value was equivalent to half a mark, which was a widely accepted unit of account in medieval Europe. The coin's gold content and the monarch's image on its obverse made it a trusted and valuable form of currency, facilitating trade between England and other nations.
