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1 Penny - Henry VII Old type; London ND
Silver | 0.69 g | - |
Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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King | Henry VII (1485-1509) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1485-1487 |
Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.69 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-08 |
Numista | N#127800 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross with three pellets in each angle, mint name around
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Henry VII (1485-1509), Old type, London mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Henry VII (Old type; London) ND (1485-1487) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which was added to distinguish it from earlier coins that did not have this feature. This cross has become a distinctive characteristic of this particular coin and has made it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.