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Penny

IssuerIssued by King Edward I (Westminster Palace, London, England, 1239 - 1307)

IssuerIssued by King Edward II (Caernarfon Castle, Gwynedd, Wales, 1284 - 1327)

AssociatedAssociated with John the Blind (Luxembourg, 1296 - 1346)

Date1309-1346

Object NameCoin

Mediumsilver

ClassificationsCoins

DimensionsDiameter: 1.7cm; weight: 1.21g

AcquisitionPurchased through Treasure Trove.

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDMS051266

About MeA continental imitation Edward I, II, or III 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, Continental forgery
Coin Issuer: John the Blind of Luxembourg
Date Minted: 1309-1346
Mint Location: Possibly Seine-et- Marne, France
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 coin is in good condition. The reverse has clear central details and legible text, bar one letter. The obverse has a clear king portrait and legible text. The coin also appears to have been clipped.