Description
English Short Cross Penny, King John 1199-1216 AD, Would also pass for Henry II 1180-1189AD as they are so very similar in appearance .
Provenance:
Coins of England & the United Kingdom, 44th edition, Spink, 2009, page 141 ref-1352 (Page 140 ref -1343 Henry II 1180-1189AD)
We are delighted to offer for sale these close copies of the original coin.
The Coin is hand struck with our own hand cut dies, The coin is available in either lead free English Pewter or Sterling Silver (925, 2.7 grams approx.)
These make a great addition to any pouch or Living history dice game, Suitable for all cultures of the period.
Many other Groups and Societies also accept these for use, if in doubt please check with your group/society Authenticity/Provenance Officer or refer to your kit Guides. If you would like to add your Group or Society to the above list please let us know
King John (24 December 1166 – 19 October 1216) was King of England from 1199 until his death in 1216. He lost the Duchy of Normandy and most of his other French lands to King Philip II of France, resulting in the collapse of the Angevin Empire and contributing to the subsequent growth in power of the French Capetian dynasty during the 13th century. The baronial revolt at the end of John’s reign led to the sealing of Magna Carta, a document considered a foundational milestone in the evolution of the constitution of the United Kingdom.
