English medieval jeton, c.1280, groat-sized piece with facing mitred bust, produced from an official face punch for groats of Edward I (unpublished), copper alloy, 25mm, 3.46g. Found in Ely, 3 October 2001. This is a significant discovery, marking the earliest phase of jeton production in England. The use of the groat punch for jetons is previously unrecorded.
English medieval jeton, c.1280, groat-sized piece with facing mitred bust, produced from an official face punch for groats of Edward I (unpublished), copper alloy, 25mm, 3.46g. Found in Ely, 3 October 2001. This is a significant discovery, marking the earliest phase of jeton production in England. The use of the groat punch for jetons is previously unrecorded.
History note: Under Review
Method of acquisition: Bought (2001-11-19) by Davies, Wayne
Production date: circa AD 1280
Object composed of copper alloy
Accession number: CM.1989-2001
Primary reference Number: 264720
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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