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Unique ID: DYFED-C2ABDF
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Henry III cut half coin. The obverse depicts the bust of Henry III wearing a crown and holding a sceptre, the letters 'he' are visible. The reverse has wording which is illegible. There are 2 quarters remaining on the reverse each containing 3 pellets. The coin weighs 0.5g and has a diameter of 16mm when whole.
Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Period from: MEDIEVAL
Period to: MEDIEVAL
Quantity: 1
Weight: 0.5 g
Diameter: 16 mm
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Other reference: PRN 128399
Primary material: Silver
Manufacture method: Struck or hammered
Completeness: Incomplete
Denomination: Cut halfpenny
Ruler/issuer: Henry III of England
Category: English coin short and long cross period 1180 - 1278
Type: Henry III, long cross, not further defined
Degree of wear: Very worn: fair
No coin references available.
Unmasked grid reference accurate to a 100 metre square.
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