1 Noble - Edward III (Treaty period; London) ND (1361-1369) front 1 Noble - Edward III (Treaty period; London) ND (1361-1369) back
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1 Noble - Edward III Treaty period; London ND

 
Gold 7.71 g 35 mm
Description
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
7.71 g
Diameter
35 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#55917
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Ornate cross with lis at ends and large Є in center, crowned lions in quarters

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: Ih’C : AVTEm : TRAnSIEnS : PER : mEDIV : ILLORVm : IBAT

Lettering (regular font): IH’C : 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 issued during a time of economic and political turmoil in England. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by Edward III in 1361, which aimed to stabilize the country's economy after years of inflation and financial instability. Despite the challenges of its time, the 1 Noble coin remained a popular and trusted form of currency throughout the Treaty period and beyond.