© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Penny - Richard II York ND
| Silver | 1.0 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Richard II (1377-1399) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1391-1396 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#126361 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée, trefoils in quarters, quatrefoil in centre.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: +CIVI TAS EBO RACI
Lettering (regular font): +CIVI TAS EBO RACI
Translation: City of York
Comment
Richard II (1377-99), Local dies, group B, York mint, struck c. 1391-96.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Richard II (York) ND (1391-1396) coin is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in England. The coin was issued during the reign of King Richard II, who was known for his ambitious economic policies, including the introduction of a new coinage system. The 1 Penny coin was part of this new system and was designed to replace the earlier silver pennies that had been in circulation for centuries. Despite its small denomination, the coin was made of silver, which gave it a high intrinsic value and made it a popular trade coin throughout Europe. Today, the 1 Penny - Richard II (York) ND (1391-1396) coin is highly sought after by collectors and historians, not only for its rarity but also for its historical significance.
