1 Penny - Richard II (London mint; Type I) ND (1377-1399) front 1 Penny - Richard II (London mint; Type I) ND (1377-1399) back
1 Penny - Richard II (London mint; Type I) ND (1377-1399) photo
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1 Penny - Richard II London mint; Type I ND

 
Silver 1.02 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
Richard II (1377-1399)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1377-1399
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.02 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#128003
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in quarters, saltire at start of legend

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON

Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS LON DON

Translation: City of London

Comment

House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), Richard II (1377-99), London mint.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Richard II (London mint; Type I) ND (1377-1399) coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross on the reverse side, which is known as a "mint mark." This mint mark was used by the London mint to indicate that the coin was produced at their facility, and it can be found on many other coins produced during this time period. The presence of this mint mark can help collectors and historians identify the origin and authenticity of the coin.