England · Henry IV (1399–1413)
England Farthing — Henry IV, Heavy Coinage (1399–1412)
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About this coin
A tiny silver farthing of the heavy coinage, with a large crowned head and no visible neck. The reverse names London.
Obverse
The large crowned head faces forward without a visible neck; a circular inscription identifies Henry.
Script: Latin
Lettering
+ HENRIC REX ANGL
Translation
Henry, King of England.
Reverse
A long cross separates groups of three pellets and the London name.
Script: Latin
Lettering
CIVITAS LONDON
Translation
City of London.
Mints and mintmarks
Royal mint at the Tower of London.
Engraver and mintmaster marks
Large neckless head; other details vary by die.
Identification and varieties
Undated heavy coinage, conventionally 1399–1412. Small flans and clipping can make attribution difficult; weight alone is insufficient.
Measurements
Recorded specimen measurements, not a fixed specification for every coin. Hammered flans vary.
Years, mintmarks and variants
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| Year | Mint | Mintmark | Variant | Mintage | Notes | Find this issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1399–1412) | London (Tower) | Unspecified | Heavy coinage; large neckless head | Recorded specimen weight 0.39 g. |
ND (1399–1412)Heavy coinage; large neckless head
Recorded specimen weight 0.39 g.