Penny
IssuerIssued by
King Edward I
(Westminster Palace, London, England, 1239 - 1307)
Date1280-1281
Object NameCoin
Mediumsilver
ClassificationsCoins
DimensionsDiameter: 1.85cm; weight:
AcquisitionPurchased through Treasure Trove.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS051304
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: 1280-1281
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. It is a forgery based on Class 3 Edward I pennies, as shown through its trifoliate crown. It employs crude letter forms unlike legitimate class 3 coins. The reverse has clear central details and legible text. The obverse has a slightly smoothed king portrait and legible text. The obverse also features an indent from the cross on the reverse side.
