This is a medieval English penny from the Henry III era (reign 1216–1272), specifically a Bury St. Edmunds issue. It belongs to the Short Cross type, a mid‑13th‑century recoinage that standardized silver across English mints. Catalogued by Spink as 1357A, it offers a tangible link to England’s bustling medieval markets.
Obverse shows a crowned king’s portrait, while the reverse carries the short cross motif with central pellets.
- country: England
- year: c. 1247
- denomination: penny
- composition: silver
- grade: Good Fine
Good Fine indicates moderate wear with preserved design detail and readable legends.
