1199 SILVER PENNY JOHN

An authentic silver penny struck during the reign of King John (1199-1216), representing a transformative era in English medieval governance. This coin embodies the monetary standards of early 13th-century England and demonstrates the minting practices employed across the kingdom's principal mints. The penny functioned as the backbone of commercial exchange, facilitating trade and taxation throughout John's dominions. This specimen carries historical significance beyond its numismatic value, serving as tangible evidence of a reign marked by constitutional reform and dynastic consequence. Collectors of medieval English coinage will recognise its importance as a primary source document, offering insight into the economic systems and royal authority of the Angevin period.