Edward III Silver Pennies from Durham
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Edward III became King of England in 1327 at just 14 years of age. His reign lasted 50 years before his death in 1377. It was a reign remembered for the beginning of the Hundred Years' War with France in 1337 and the Black Death which arrived in England in the late 1340s, killing a significant portion of the population. He won many military victories in the early stages of the war with France, before formally claiming the French throne in 1340. A title held by future English monarchs until 1453, when under Henry VI, all territory in France was lost, except for Calais. In the last issue we offered you a Penny from the London mint, this time we can offer you an Edward III Penny from the Northern Mint of Durham. These sterling silver pennies were a vital part of daily trading, both in Britain and on the continent. Available in well-circulated VG grade and Fine, to suit your budget.
