1 Penny - Edward IV (2nd reign; Durham) ND (1471-1483) front 1 Penny - Edward IV (2nd reign; Durham) ND (1471-1483) back
1 Penny - Edward IV (2nd reign; Durham) ND (1471-1483) photo
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1 Penny - Edward IV 2nd reign; Durham ND

 
Silver 0.67 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Edward IV (1461-1470)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1471-1483
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.67 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#128360
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Long cross pattée, with D in centre and trefoil in each quarter

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: CIVI TAS DE RAM

Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS DE RAM

Translation: City of Durham

Comment

House of York (1461-85), Edward IV, Second reign (1471-83), Durham mint under Bishop Booth.

Interesting fact

The 1 Penny coin from Edward IV's second reign (1471-1483) was minted in Durham, which was a significant location for the king during his reign. Durham was a strategic stronghold for Edward IV, and it was also the site of his marriage to Elizabeth Woodville in 1464. The coin's minting in Durham highlights the city's importance during this time period.