1279 EDWARD I FARTHING - EDWARD I - Cambridgeshire Coins
1279 EDWARD I FARTHING - EDWARD I - Cambridgeshire Coins

1279 EDWARD I FARTHING

Regular price $42.00

A rare medieval farthing from the reign of Edward I, minted in 1279. This small copper coin represents an important chapter in English numismatic history, when farthings served as essential currency for everyday transactions among the common people.

Edward I's farthings are highly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and scarcity. This piece showcases the craftsmanship of 13th-century minting, featuring the characteristic design elements of the period. The farthing's diminutive size reflects its modest value, yet its survival over seven centuries demonstrates the durability of medieval coinage.

Ideal for serious numismatists and history enthusiasts, this coin offers a tangible connection to medieval England and the reign of Edward I, known as the "Hammer of the Scots." A genuine artifact from the late 13th century.