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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Penny - Henry I Star in Lozenge Fleurée type ND
1121 year| Silver | 1.31 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry I (1100-1135) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1121 |
| Value | 1 Penny |
| Currency | Penny (924-1158) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#317056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lozenge with incurved sides, star at centre, fleur at each end, trefoil of annulets in each quarter.
Lettering: + GILLEPATRIC : ON PAI :
Translation: Gillepatrick of Pembroke
Comment
Kings of all England (924-1158), Henry I (1100-35), Star in lozenge fleury type penny.Pembroke mint; Gillepatrick, moneyer. Struck circa 1121. B.M.C. 13
Henry was the third son of William the Conqueror. Adminstrative reforms and military action to secure Normandy dominated the king's work. After the death of his son in 1120, Henry sought to guaramtee the throne for his daughetr Matilda, widow of German Emperor Henry V.
Interesting fact
The Henry I Penny, also known as the "Star in Lozenge Fleurée" type, was minted during the reign of King Henry I of England (1100-1135) and features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the time. The obverse (front) side of the coin features a star within a lozenge (diamond-shaped) fleurée, which is a symbol of the royal coat of arms of England. This design was used for a short period of time and is considered rare among collectors.
