. England Henry III. Penny 1222-1236
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Single medieval English silver Short Cross penny from King Henry III’s Canterbury mint (moneyer Willem), Class VIIb, circa 1222–1236.
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Historic Medieval English Silver "Short Cross" Penny – King Henry III
Fantastic piece of medieval English history: a genuine hammered silver "Short Cross" penny struck during the early reign of King Henry III. This specific coin is a Class VIIb issue dating to circa 1222-1236.
The obverse features the classic stylized, crowned, and facing bust of the King. The reverse displays the iconic "Short Cross" voided with quatrefoils in each angle. The clear lettering on the reverse legend identifies the moneyer as Willem at the Canterbury mint! (This "Short Cross" design preceded the "Long Cross" type, making it an excellent historical companion piece).
This 800-year-old hammered silver coin has survived in wonderful condition! It boasts a nice, clear strike with pleasing details on both the King's portrait and the central cross, complemented by a lovely, natural antique silver patina.
• Region: Kingdom of England
• Ruler: King Henry III (1216-1272)
• Denomination: Silver Penny ("Short Cross" Type)
• Class/Era: Class VIIb (c. 1222-1236)
• Mint & Moneyer: Canterbury / Willem
• Composition: Silver
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Historic Medieval English Silver "Short Cross" Penny – King Henry III
Fantastic piece of medieval English history: a genuine hammered silver "Short Cross" penny struck during the early reign of King Henry III. This specific coin is a Class VIIb issue dating to circa 1222-1236.
The obverse features the classic stylized, crowned, and facing bust of the King. The reverse displays the iconic "Short Cross" voided with quatrefoils in each angle. The clear lettering on the reverse legend identifies the moneyer as Willem at the Canterbury mint! (This "Short Cross" design preceded the "Long Cross" type, making it an excellent historical companion piece).
This 800-year-old hammered silver coin has survived in wonderful condition! It boasts a nice, clear strike with pleasing details on both the King's portrait and the central cross, complemented by a lovely, natural antique silver patina.
• Region: Kingdom of England
• Ruler: King Henry III (1216-1272)
• Denomination: Silver Penny ("Short Cross" Type)
• Class/Era: Class VIIb (c. 1222-1236)
• Mint & Moneyer: Canterbury / Willem
• Composition: Silver
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Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture/region
England
Year/period and variation
1222-1236
Ruler
Henry III
Denomination
Penny
Metal
Silvered Æ
Condition
Ungraded
Number of objects
1
Theme
History
