© Dix Noonan Webb
© Dix Noonan Webb
1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type; class 5a ND
| Silver (.925) | 1.39 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward I (1272-1307) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1289-1291 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.39 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#323902 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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 5a penny.Struck at the London and Canterbury (Sp#1419) mints, 1289-91. 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 1289 to 1291. 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 unique combination of the King's name and title, "EDWARDUS REX," which was not seen on previous coins. This coin is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some mint-condition coins selling for thousands of dollars.
