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COIN

Unique ID: DUR-00DB1A

Object type certainty: Certain
Workflow status: Awaiting validation

Subsequent actions

Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder

Chronology

Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Date from: Exactly AD 1248
Date to: Exactly AD 1250

Dimensions and weight

Quantity: 1
Weight: 1.4 g
Diameter: 18.02 mm

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Materials and construction

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

Coin data (numismatics)

Denomination: Penny
Ruler/issuer: Henry III of England
Mint or issue place: Canterbury
Category: English coin short and long cross period 1180 - 1278
Type: Long cross class 3c (N 988)
Obverse description: Forward facing crowned bust
Obverse inscription: HENRICVS REX III
Reverse description: Voided long cross with three pellets in each angle
Reverse inscription: WIL/LEM/ONC/ANT
Initial mark: Star
Die axis measurement: 3 o'clock
Degree of wear: Very worn: fair