1422-7 Henry VI Silver Fourpence Annulet Issue - mm Pierced Cross

A collectable high grade Silver Fourpence (aka Groat) of King Henry the Sixth. This is of the first issue known as "Annulet" dating 1422-30. Typically small circles called "annulets" are seen either side of the neck and on the reverse of the coin.

The coin has the mint mark of a Pierced Cross indicating the year 1422-7. The lettering on the reverse confirms it was stuck at the Calais mint in France. This high grade, even toned coin has a weak striking in areas, often common on larger coins and not due to wear.

Condition: Very Fine.

Obverse: Facing old crowned bust of Henry VI with fleur on breast and annulets by neck within treasure. Mint mark" Pierced Cross". HENRIC DI GRA REX ANGL Z FRANC

Reverse: Long cross with three pellets to each quarter and two annulets at centre. Mint mark "Pierced" Cross VILLA CALISIE in next circle and outer circle. POSVI DEVM ADIVTREM MEVM

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