Record ID: WMID-B81552
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete replica of a silver struck / hammered cut half penny of Edward I (AD 1279 to AD 1307) through to Edward III (AD 1327 to AD 1377). [ ]SWELL ON[ ] reverse type depicting a voided short cross with four joined pellets in each quarter. Mint uncertain. This replica coin is imitating the sterling pennies of Edward I-III, albeit using a reverse type consistent with the short cross pennies issued between the reigns of Henry II (AD 1180 to AD 1247). Mint and moneyer uncertain. Coin appears to be silver plated with a copper core. Obverse type: Crowned head facing forwards. Tr…
Created on: Tuesday 19th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 19th November 2013
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