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1 Penny - Henry VI 1st reign; Annulet issue, London ND
| Silver | 0.88 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VI (1422-1461) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1422-1430 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.88 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#53979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée with trefoils in quarters, annulets in two quarters
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS x LOn DOn x
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS X LON DON X
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Lancaster (1399-1461), Henry VI, First reign (1422-61), Annulet issue (1422-30), London mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Penny - Henry VI (1st reign; Annulet issue, London) ND (1422-1430) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver weighing 0.88 g is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. Henry VI's reign was marked by struggles for power among various factions and nobles, and the coinage of the time reflects this instability. The Annulet issue, in particular, was minted during a period of relative peace, but it is believed that the coinage was still affected by the political tensions of the time. Despite this, the coin remains a valuable piece of history and a testament to the resilience of the English people during a time of great upheaval.
