© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - Edward III 1st coinage; London ND
| Silver (.925) | 1.43 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward III (1327-1377) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1327-1377 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#166120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Long cross moline, 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 III (1327-1377), First coinage (1327-35), struck at the Tower mint, London.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Edward III (1st coinage; London) ND (1327-1377) coin is that it features a unique design that has been preserved for centuries. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of King Edward III, while the reverse side features a long cross with three pelicans, symbolizing the three aspects of the Holy Trinity - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. This design has been used on pennies for over 700 years, making it one of the most enduring coin designs in history.
