© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Noble - Richard II London mint; type IB ND
| Gold | 7.17 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 | 7.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#112085 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Floriate cross, arms extending from central panel containing a letter r, crowned leopard in angles
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: IHC AUTEM TRANSIENS PER MEDIUM ILLORR IBAT
Lettering (regular font): IHC AUTEM TRANSIENS PER MEDIUM ILLORR 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.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Noble coin from Richard II's reign is that it was one of the first English coins to feature a portrait of the king. The obverse of the coin depicts Richard II facing forward, wearing a crown and holding a scepter, while the reverse features a shield with the royal arms and a cross. This design was a departure from earlier English coins, which had typically featured a simple cross or other geometric patterns. The introduction of a portrait of the king on the coinage was a significant innovation and marked a turning point in the history of English numismatics.
