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england-circa-1247-1272-reign-of-henry-iii-long-cross-issue-item

england-circa-1247-1272-reign-of-henry-iii-long-cross-issue-item

DenominationPenny
Country / EmpireEngland
Obverse DesignCrowned bust of Henry III facing forward, often holding a scepter. Legend typically 'HENRICUS REX III' or similar.
Reverse DesignLong cross extending to the edge of the coin, dividing the legend into four quarters. Each quarter contains three pellets. Legend typically includes the moneyer's name and the mint name (e.g., 'NICOLE ON CANT' for Nicholas at Canterbury).

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