Richard II Gold Hammered Noble Coin

During the reign of Richard II (1377–1399), gold coinage remained scarce, and silver output fell significantly compared to previous reigns. Because many of these coins were subject to “clipping” (shaving metal from the edges), well-preserved, full-weight specimens are highly valuable to collectors.

Valuable Richard II Coins
The following coins represent some of the most sought-after and valuable issues from this period:

Gold Noble (Calais Mint, Type 2a Mule): This is an extremely rare “mule” coin that features an older obverse die from the reign of Edward III paired with a Richard II reverse.
Market Value: Approximately £19,500.
Mintage Information: Precise mintage numbers for individual types are not documented, but this specific die combination is noted as “the only example” seen by some major numismatic dealers.
Gold Hammered Noble (London Mint, Type I): A high-grade (MS 63) example of the standard gold noble, which was worth six shillings and eight pence at the time.

Market Value: Approximately £17,500.
Mintage Information: While exact figures are unavailable, gold production during this reign was generally limited compared to the “copious issues” of the mid-14th century.
Silver Groat (London Mint, Type III): A silver fourpence coin. High-grade specimens or rare varieties, such as those with specific “mule” classifications, are particularly valuable.
Market Value: Between £600 and £1,720  depending on the specific rarity and NGC grading.
Mintage Information: Silver output in 1377 was approximately 1,000 lbs per annum, a sharp decline from the 32,000 lbs per annum seen between 1351 and 1361.
Gold Quarter-Noble (London Mint, Type IVa): The final gold issue of Richard II’s reign, featuring an escallop (shell) symbol above the shield.
Market Value: Approximately £2,500.