1 Penny - Henry VI (Restored; London) ND (1470-1471) front 1 Penny - Henry VI (Restored; London) ND (1470-1471) back
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1 Penny - Henry VI Restored; London ND

 
Silver 0.76 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Henry VI (1422-1461)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1470-1471
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.76 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#126370
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Long cross pattée, trefoils in angles

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: CIVI TAS LOn DOn

Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS LON DON

Translation: City of London

Comment

House of York (1461-85), Henry VI, Restored (1470-71), London mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Henry VI (Restored; London) ND (1470-1471) coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. Henry VI was the king of England from 1422 to 1461, and again from 1470 to 1471, and his reign was marked by struggles for power among various factions and nobles. Despite this, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with intricate details and designs that showcase the skill of the mint masters and engravers of the time.