1 Penny - Henry III (Dublin) ND (1251-1254) front 1 Penny - Henry III (Dublin) ND (1251-1254) back
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1 Penny - Henry III Dublin ND

 
Silver 1.4 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Ireland
Lord
Henry III (1216-1272)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1251-1254
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Second Irish Pound (1460-1826)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#55163
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Voided long cross, three pellets in each angle.

Script: Latin

Lettering: RIC | ARD | ON D | IVЄ

Translation: Richard of Dublin

Comment

The fleur of the crown:
1b has fixed pellets to the crown band and
2a the pellets are dis-jointed and not connected to the band

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Penny - Henry III (Dublin) ND (1251-1254) from Ireland made of Silver weighing 1.4 g is that it was minted during the reign of King Henry III of England, who also ruled Ireland at the time. This coin was part of a series of coins minted in Dublin, Ireland, and features the king's name and title in Latin on one side, and a cross on the other. Despite being made of silver, the coin is relatively small and lightweight, weighing only 1.4 grams. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting piece of Irish numismatic history.