England ½ Penny - Edward IV, 1461 – 1464
1st reign; Heavy coinage
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Penny
Year
1461 – 1464
Ruler
Edward IV
(1461–1483)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Penny from England. Issued from 1461 to 1464. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 0.5 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned facing portrait of King Edward IV within inner beaded circle, legend around. Note: lis on breast, pellets by crown. (Edward King of England)
- Reverse
- Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in each quarter, legend around. Note: extra pellets in two quarters. (City of London)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1461-1464) | — | London mint |
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