King Edward I Penny

Dating back 700 years old – Own a Genuine Hammered Silver Coin

The reign of Edward I was of huge historical significance and now we can offer you to own a genuine coin from the period - dating back over 700 years ago.

Known as ‘Longshanks’ due his unusually tall frame for the time, King Edward I would reign for 35 years. Belonging to the Royal House of Plantagenet, Edward would come to power at the end of the crusades – indeed, he was in fact fighting in the Holy Land when news reached him of his father’s death.

Today he is widely regarded as the most successful of the medieval monarchs because of his many reforms - but history will remember Edward I as the king who swiftly and brutally quashed any rebellions against him (he was of course the man who severely punished the Scottish nationalists led by the infamous William Wallace).

It is this significant history that makes all of the coinage of the reign of King Edward I so significant and means that your opportunity today to own a genuine Silver Penny from his reign so special. This is especially the case when you consider the life of these particular coins - where have they been over the last 700 years and who has held or owned them over the years?

Limited numbers available

Consider too the rarity of these pieces. Usually when recommending an issue, it tends to be an example of the very best modern releases, which is limited due to their finish and presentation. In regards to the King Edward I Silver Penny however the restricted nature of the coin is due purely to the fact that the coins are over 700 years old with King Edward I reigning between 1272 and 1307 – and because of this, they are understandably extremely difficult to obtain.

It is with that firmly in mind that it has taken nearly 12 months to be able to build up a stock large enough to be able to offer today.

Magnificent example of hammered coinage

What makes the Edward I Silver Penny even more impressive is that it is a fine example of a late 13th/early 14th Century hammered coin – a fact that only enhances the demand for this piece. With none of today’s sophisticated minting techniques at their disposal, the master craftsmen of Edward I’s reign would have individually struck each coin by hand, making each one truly unique. Indeed, no two hammered coins are ever identical.

But with limited numbers available of the unique King Edward I Silver Pennies, a prompt response is essential. Place your order today.

Key Issue Information:

• A genuine Silver Penny from the reign of King Edward I – a real piece of English history
• Struck in silver between 1272 and 1307, this example of hammered coinage is over 700 years old
• King Edward I reigned for 35 years and was commonly known as Edward Longshanks, due to his unusual height for the day
• Extremely limited numbers available – each coin a unique piece of history
• Comes housed in Presentation Case and with Certificate of Authenticity