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1 Penny - Henry II Tealby coinage; class C ND
| Silver | 1.35 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry II (1154-1189) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1163-1167 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#90519 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Short cross pattée with crosslets in quarters, legend around.
Lettering: [moneyer and mint name]
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Henry II (1154-89), Cross and Crosslets ('Tealby') coinage (1158-80).Class C, struck circa 1163-67.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Penny - Henry II (Tealby coinage; class C) ND (1163-1167) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 1.35 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry II, who ruled England from 1154 to 1189. This coin was part of a series of coins minted during his reign, known as the Tealby coinage, which was characterized by a new design and a higher silver content than previous coins. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, and its unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
