1 Noble - Richard II (Calais mint; type IIIA) ND (1377-1399) front 1 Noble - Richard II (Calais mint; type IIIA) ND (1377-1399) back
1 Noble - Richard II (Calais mint; type IIIA) ND (1377-1399) photo
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1 Noble - Richard II Calais mint; type IIIA ND

 
Gold 7.75 g -
Description
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
7.75 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#355136
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 IIIA, French title resumed.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Noble coin from England, minted during the reign of Richard II (1377-1399), 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. This coin was minted at the Calais mint, which was a significant minting location during the Middle Ages, and its design reflects the political and cultural influences of the time.