Medieval Ireland

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Type:1199-1216 (John) Penny
Obverse:Bust in triangle
Reverse:Sun, stars and crescent in triangle
Reference:S-6228
Minted in Dublin, moneyer ROBERD.
                              
 
Type:1279-1302 (Edward I) Penny
Obverse:Bust in triangle
Reverse:Long cross
                              
 
Looks like a crude Irish farthing - probably forged, as described in 1998 Coincraft, p. 397
                              
 
Type:1625-44 Farthing
Obverse Legend:CAROLVS D G MAG BRIT
Obverse:Crown over crossed scepters
Reverse Legend:FRAN ET HIB REX
Reverse:Crowned harp
Reference:KM-27.x
Maltravers Issue.
                              
 


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