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1 Noble - Henry IV Heavy coinage; London ND
Gold | 7.77 g | - |
Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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King | Henry IV (1399-1413) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1399-1412 |
Value | 1 Noble (⅓) |
Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 7.77 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#52371 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floriate cross arms extending from central panel containing letter h, saltire stops
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: IHC AVTEM TRANSIENS PER MEDIVM ILLORR IBAT
Lettering (regular font): IHC AVTEM TRANSIENS PER MEDIVM ILLORR IBAT
Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went His way
Comment
House of Lancaster, Henry IV (1399-1413), Heavy coinage (1399-1412), London mint; Schneider 194Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Noble coin of Henry IV (Heavy coinage; London) ND (1399-1412) is that it was one of the first English coins to feature a portrait of the king. Prior to this, English coins typically featured a simple cross or other design. The portrait of Henry IV on this coin was a significant departure from previous designs and marked a turning point in the history of English coinage.