© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Sterling - Edward I ND
| Silver | 1.14 g | - |
| Issuer | County of Bar (Bar, French States) |
|---|---|
| Count | Edward I (1302-1336) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1320-1336 |
| Value | 1 Sterling (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.14 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#332872 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Long cross pattée within beaded inner circle, dividing legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MOՈET SMICAEL
Translation: Coinage of Saint- Mihiel.
Comment
This type can be dated to about 1320 since specimens have been found in hoards buried in 1322 and 1324.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Edward I, also known as Edward Longshanks, who was the King of England from 1272 to 1307. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to establish a uniform coinage system across England and its territories. The Sterling coinage that this coin belongs to was introduced during his reign and was used throughout the 14th century.
