1 Penny - John (Third "REX" coinage; Dublin) ND (1207-1211) front 1 Penny - John (Third "REX" coinage; Dublin) ND (1207-1211) back
1 Penny - John (Third "REX" coinage; Dublin) ND (1207-1211) photo
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1 Penny - John Third "REX" coinage; Dublin ND

 
Silver (.925) 1.37 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Ireland
Lord
John Lackland (1177-1216)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1207-1211
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Second Irish Pound (1460-1826)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
1.37 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#55261
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Pinwheel (sun) within crescent moon; three stars around; all within triangle; three crosses pattée, legend around

Script: Latin

Lettering: ✠ ROBЄ ✠ RD ON ✠ DIVЄ

Translation: Roberd of Dublin

Comment

Other moneyers:
Iohan, Willem, WilelmP (example below):

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Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - John (Third "REX" coinage; Dublin) ND (1207-1211) from Ireland is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the traditional Irish harp, this coin bears a image of a crowned lion passant, which was a symbol of the English monarchy during the time of King John's reign. This design was only used on coins minted in Dublin during this specific period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.