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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Prince Henry Period A ND
| Silver (.925) | 1.46 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Prince | Henry (1139-1152) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1139-1152 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.46 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#89804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross Moline with a fleur-de-lis in each quarter
Comment
Prince Henry was Lord of Northumberland and Huntingdon, son of King David I. He minted in his own name.Period A coins were minted between 1139 and the early 1140's. Dates are estimates only.
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Interesting fact
The 1 Penny coin from Scotland, featuring Prince Henry (Period A) and made of silver (.925), was minted during a time of great change in Scotland. The coin was issued during the reign of King David I, who ruled from 1124 to 1153 and was instrumental in introducing feudalism and the use of coinage to Scotland. The coin's design features Prince Henry, who was the son of King David I and would go on to become King Malcolm IV of Scotland. This coin is a rare and valuable example of early Scottish coinage and is highly sought after by collectors.
