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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Edward II class 15a ND
| Silver | 1.41 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward II (1307-1327) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1319-1320 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#325919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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 II (1307-27), New coinage (1279-on), Class 15a penny.Struck at London and provincial mints, c.1319-20. 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 II 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 II (class 15a) was minted during a time of great economic and political turmoil in England. The coin's mintage was part of a larger effort by the king to stabilize the economy and address issues with the currency. Despite these efforts, the coin's silver content was actually reduced during this period, which has led some collectors to question its authenticity.
