A rare medieval silver penny minted during the reign of Edward I at the Bury St Edmunds mint, dating to 1272. This historical coin features the characteristic design of the period with Edward I's portrait and inscription. Bury St Edmunds was one of England's significant minting centres during the 13th century, making coins from this location particularly sought after by collectors and numismatists. An excellent example of early English coinage and a tangible piece of medieval history.