© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type; class 4b ND
| Silver (.925) | 1.39 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward I (1272-1307) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1282-1289 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.39 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#299661 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in angles, mint name around.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Edward I (1272-1307), Sterling coinage (1279-1307), Class 4b penny.Struck at the London, Bury (Sp#1417), Canterbury (Sp#1419) and Durham (Sp#1423) mints, 1282-89.
For more detail, please see Rod Blunt's website here.
Spink SCBC reference numbers:
The Spink Standard Catalogue of British Coins lists reference numbers in order for individual Edward I New Coinage types struck at the Tower mint, London and after that section, all the different types struck at a given provincial mint are grouped together under one reference number.
Interesting fact
The 1 Penny coin of Edward I, also known as the "Silver Penny," was minted during the King's reign from 1282 to 1289. It was made of silver (.925) and weighed 1.39 grams. This coin was a significant improvement over previous coins, as it had a higher silver content and a more consistent weight, making it more reliable for trade and commerce. Additionally, the coin's design featured a portrait of the king, which was a new feature for English coins at the time.
