1 Noble - Henry IV (Heavy coinage; London) ND (1399-1412) front 1 Noble - Henry IV (Heavy coinage; London) ND (1399-1412) back
1 Noble - Henry IV (Heavy coinage; London) ND (1399-1412) photo
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1 Noble - Henry IV Heavy coinage; London ND

 
Gold 7.77 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
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
References
Numista
N#52371
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 194

Interesting 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.