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© Sincona AG
1 Noble - Richard II Calais mint; type III ND
| Gold | 6.91 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Richard II (1377-1399) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1377-1399 |
| Value | 1 Noble (⅓) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 6.91 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#355629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
R at centre of ornate cross with lis terminals, crown over lion in each angle, all within a tressure of eight arcs, fleurs in spandrels, Latin legend and beaded border surrounding, initial mark cross pattee.
Script: Latin
Lettering: +IhC: AVTEm: TRAnSIEnS: PER: mEDIV: ILLORVm: IBAT
Unabridged legend: Ihc Autem Transiens Per Medium Illorrum Ibat
Translation: But Jesus passing through their midst went His way
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Richard II (1377-99). Noble struck in the style of Edward III, Type III, French title resumed.Obverse die varieties:
Type IIIB Lion on rudder;
Type IIIC Two pellets by shield.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Noble coin from Richard II's reign is that it features a unique design element - a small shield with the royal arms of England, France, and Ireland, which represents the king's claim to the throne of France.
