Penny
IssuerIssued by
King Edward I
(Westminster Palace, London, England, 1239 - 1307)
Date1280-1301
Object NameCoin
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsCoins
DimensionsDiameter: 1.9cm; weight:
AcquisitionPurchased through Treasure Trove.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS051303
About MeKing Edward I imitation 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, Forgery
Coin Issuer: unknown forger
Date Minted: 1280-1301
Mint Location: Unknown, but claims to be minted in London
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, with possible signs of clipping. It is a forgery based on earlier trifoliate Edward I pennies, as shown through its crown, whose side fleurs do not match surviving legitimate coin crowns. The reverse has clear central details and legible text, bar loss due to clipping. The obverse has a slightly smoothed king portrait and legible text. The obverse also features an indent from the cross on the reverse side.
