1279-1307 Great Britain England Canterbury Edward I Treasure Silver Penny York NGC XF45

Why add this Edward I 1279-1307 England Canterbury Treasure Silver Penny York to your collection?

King Edward I was one of the most consequential monarchs in English history. He made Parliament a permanent institution but was also known for his ill treatment of the Scots and the Jews. He showed the Scots brutality, while he stole the money and property of Jews before expelling them from England. This coin was the largest issued for general use during his reign. The reverse has a cross that made the coin easily divisible into halfpennies and farthings, i.e. a quarter of a penny.

• This coin was 1 penny pound sterling English legal tender.
• This piece was the largest coin struck for regular use during King Edward I's reign.
• This coin was struck in York.
• The coin was released some time between 1279-1307.
• Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) graded this coin Extremely Fine 45.

Classic King Edward I Design

Obverse: King Edward I is depicted crowned and facing the holder on the obverse. His effigy is encircled by an inscription of his title. It translates to "Edward King of England Lord of Ireland."

Reverse: The reverse design is a cross that intersects in the middle. Pellets are included in the angles of the cross. Along the rim is an inscription that notes that this coin was struck in York.

Well Maintained XF45

The experts at Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) graded this coin Extremely Fine 45. That grade indicates that the coin has minor wear on some high points but retains complete details.

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