England · Edward IV (1461–1470; 1471–1483)
England Farthing — Edward IV (Attributed), Second-Reign Pierced Cross (c.1473–1475)
About this coin
Obverse
A worn crowned royal portrait faces forward, preceded in the legend by a pierced cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering
EDWARD DI GRA [REX]
Translation
Edward, by the grace of God, [King].
Reverse
A long cross divides the abbreviated city inscription; pellets fill the quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering
CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation
City of London.
Mints and mintmarks
Tower mint, London; attribution based on the royal legend and pierced-cross mark.
Engraver and mintmaster marks
Pierced-cross initial mark.
Identification and varieties
This attribution rests on a reported example with a sufficiently clear pierced-cross mark. Its proposed date is c.1473–1475. The square brackets indicate an incomplete reading. The attribution and dating should be reassessed if further die evidence becomes available.
Measurements
Recorded specimen measurements, not a fixed specification for every coin. Hammered flans vary.
Years, mintmarks and variants
Tap an issue for details and places to find it.
| Year | Mint | Mintmark | Variant | Mintage | Notes | Find this issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (c.1473–1475) | London (Tower) | Pierced cross | Second-reign attribution | Reported inner-circle diameter about 6.5 mm. |
ND (c.1473–1475)Second-reign attribution
Reported inner-circle diameter about 6.5 mm.