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Medieval English silver penny of Richard I, Short Cross Class 4a (1194-c. 1200), London, moneyer Willem.: CM.697-2019

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Titles

Medieval English silver penny of Richard I, Short Cross Class 4a (1194-c. 1200), London, moneyer Willem.

Maker(s)

Ruler: Richard I (1189-99)
Moneyer: Willem
Mint: London

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Notes

History note: Found East Bilney, Norfolk, c. April 2018.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2019-04-29) by Davis, Roy

Dating

1194 - Circa 1200

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Diameter 20 g Die Axis 220 degrees Weight 1.26 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Crowned bust, facing.

  • Text: +hENRICVS REX
  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Voided short cross; four pellets in each angle.

  • Text: +WILLEM ON LON
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.697-2019
Primary reference Number: 302246
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Audit data

Created: Thursday 5 August 2021 Updated: Thursday 5 August 2021 Last processed: Tuesday 13 June 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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