© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - Henry VII Old type; Durham ND
| Silver | 0.72 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VII (1485-1509) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1487-1488 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.72 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#127999 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Long cross with three pellets in each angle, mint name around, reversed D in centre
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS DE[trefoil] RAM
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS DE[TREFOIL] RAM
Translation: City of Durham
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Henry VII (1485-1509), mm. Plain cross, Durham under Bishop Sherwood.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Henry VII (Old type; Durham) ND (1487-1488) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is known as a "Durham cross." This cross was added to the coin's design to indicate that it was minted at the Durham mint, which was one of the four mints operating in England during Henry VII's reign. The presence of the Durham cross makes this coin stand out from other coins of the same era and adds to its historical significance.
