Record ID: BH-A52661
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a contemporary forgery of a gold noble of Henry VI's first reign. Approximately one third of the coin survives. The core is made of a lead-alloy, while the plating is of a tarnished yellow metal, presumably containing some gold. The designs are well executed and copy Henry VI's Annulet issue of 1422-1427. Dimensions: 25.1mm long (remaining diameter), 0.7mm thick. Weight: 2.3g.
Created on: Tuesday 12th February 2013
Last updated: Thursday 28th February 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cottered', grid reference and parish protected.