Penny
IssuerIssued by
King Edward I
(Westminster Palace, London, England, 1239 - 1307)
Date1305-1306
Object NameCoin
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsCoins
DimensionsDiameter: 1.75cm; weight: 1.1g
AcquisitionPurchased through Treasure Trove.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS051078
About MeKing Edward I silver penny belonging to Aberdeen's St Nicholas Street hoard. Found in 1984, this hoard comprises 2538 coins, including coins from England, Scotland, Ireland and the continent, as well as 54 imitation coins.Coin Type: Penny, Class 10 cf1
Coin Issuer: Edward I
Date Minted: 1305-1306
Mint Location: Canterbury
Find Date: 1984
Obverse: Forward facing crowned head with broad, curling hair framed with text inscription.
Reverse: Centrally placed long cross with three pellets in each corner and text ringing the outer edge.
Manufacture Method: Hammered
Condition: The reverse is in OK condition, with only a bit of corrosion in one quarter segment. The detail is mostly clear and text is legible. The obverse is more corroded and worn, with the king portrait and portion of text eaten away.
