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EG14432
Edward II Long Cross Penny, Bury St Edmunds, class 15c, ex Aberdeen Hoard and Stewart
Edward II (1307-27), silver long cross Penny, Bury St Edmunds Mint, class 15c, facing crowned bust in beaded circle, large face, initial mark cross pattee and legend surrounding, beaded outer border, large E, +EDWAR R ANGL DNS hYB, rev. long cross pattee, tri-pellets in each inner angle, beaded circles and legend around, VILL SCIE EMV NDI, weight 1.29g (N.1068; S.1465). Toned, weak in parts, about very fine.
The Latin abbreviated legend translates as "Edward, King of the England, Lord of Ireland" and on the reverse "Town of Saint Edmund"
Provenance:
Ex Aberdeen Hoard, Ross's Court, Upperkirkgate, discovered 31st May 1886.
Ex J. R. Stewart Collection
Of the 15,000 or so coins found in this hoard less than 5% were of class 15. Breaking the numbers down further of the 248 pieces of all classes from this Mint only ten pieces were of this mint for class 15c. For a detailed analysis see "The Aberdeen Upperkirkgate Hoard of 1886" by Nicholas Mayhew in the 1975 British Numismatic Journal volume 45.
Coins derive their value from their rarity, condition, visual appeal and - most importantly – the size of their collector base. Our specialists are experienced at assessing preservation and identifying details that distinguish a common coin from a valuable one.
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What happens if I’m not entirely happy with my purchase?
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