Rare King Henry III Hammered Silver 'Long Cross' Penny – Choice Renaud Class 5g Issue Historically significant piece of medieval English numismatics: a genuine hammered silver "Long Cross" penny struck under King Henry III. It is a Class 5g issue struck at the London mint by the famous moneyer Renaud. The obverse features a detailed facing crowned bust of Henry III holding a sceptre. The reverse displays a crisp long cross extending to the edge with three pellets in each quarter, featuring a beautifully clear moneyer and mint legend that reads RENAVD ON LVND. Weighing 1.39g with a 2h die axis, It features an exemplary dual provenance, originating from the "Cabinet of a Distinguished Lady in Kent" and previously acquired by private treaty in 1973. Ruler: King Henry III (1216–1272) Denomination: Silver 'Long Cross' Penny Type/Class: Class 5g Moneyer & Mint: Renaud / London (RENAVD ON LVND) Weight: 1.39g Die Axis: 2h Official Grade: Good Fine to Very Fine References: North 997 / Spink S.1373 Provenance: by private treaty, 1973 (with ticket); From the Cabinet of a Distinguished Lady in Kent See the pictures for a better impression