ENGLAND – EDWARD III (1327–1377) – AR HALF GROAT – LONDON MINT – MEDIEVAL SILVER COIN

Kingdom: England

Dynasty: Plantagenet

Ruler: Edward III (AD 1327–1377)

Denomination: Half Groat (2 Pence)

Mint: London (Tower)

Metal: Silver (AR)

Weight: 1.58 g

Diameter: 20 mm

Grade: Good Fine (Fine)

Reference: Spink classification to be confirmed

Obverse: Crowned facing bust of King Edward III within a decorative border. Surrounding Latin legend, partially visible.

Reverse: Long cross pattée extending to the outer legend, with three pellets in each quarter. Traditional medieval English design, with partially legible inscriptions.

Condition: Good Fine. Moderate to heavy circulation wear, with a partially visible crowned portrait and recognizable reverse details. Irregular flan with some edge imperfections and attractive dark silver toning. Please examine the photographs carefully for the exact condition.

Historical Background:

Edward III ruled England from 1327 to 1377 and was one of the most influential monarchs of medieval England. His reign witnessed the beginning of the Hundred Years’ War with France and significant developments in English coinage.

The Half Groat, valued at two pence, formed part of England’s medieval silver currency and represents an interesting piece of 14th-century monetary history.

An appealing medieval English silver coin, ideal for collectors of Plantagenet coinage and European medieval history.