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COIN

Unique ID: ESS-9E4674

Object type certainty: Certain
Workflow status: Awaiting validation

Subsequent actions

Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder

Chronology

Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Period from: MEDIEVAL

Dimensions and weight

Quantity: 1
Thickness: 0.76 mm
Weight: 1.2 g
Diameter: 19.07 mm

Discovery dates

Date(s) of discovery: Tuesday 3rd May 2011

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Other reference numbers

Other reference: Colchester OEF 6648

Materials and construction

Primary material: Silver
Manufacture method: Struck or hammered
Completeness: Incomplete

Coin data (numismatics)

Denomination: Penny
Ruler/issuer: Edward I of England
Mint or issue place: York
Category: English coin short and long cross period 1180 - 1278
Type: Edward I, long cross, not further defined
Obverse description: Crowned figure facing forwards visible. The crown has trifolate side-fleurs. Some of the inscription can be read
Obverse inscription: E[DW REX AN]GL DNS HYB
Reverse description: Long cross with 4 pellets in each corner visible.
Reverse inscription: CIVI[TAS] EBORAC
Die axis measurement: 4 o'clock