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Auction: 26022 - The Hambleden Hoard: The Most Important Trove of Black Death Coins Ever Found
Lot: 1236

Edward I (1272–1307), 'Longcross' Penny, 1280–1281, Class 3g1, Chester, + EDW R' ANGL' DNS hyB, wedge-tailed R, normal-barred Ns, composite S, half-moon contraction marks, crowned 'smiling' bust facing, wearing 'early' crown, rev. CIVITAS CESTRIE, composite S, normal-barred Ns, long cross and trio of pellets in angles, 1.436g [22.16grns], 7h, i.m. cross pattée (Site Reference [B5]; North 1022; Spink 1420 [1393]), some minor field toning, otherwise an attractive example across a broad, round planchet, a pleasingly bold very fine with a cheery and expressive portrait, a celebrated Provincial Mint, truly rare in this excellent and presentable grade

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Estimate
£100 to £200

Starting price
£100