Medieval English Hammered Farthings: Henry V - Intro.

This online guide is designed to help

• Metal Detector enthusiasts
• Museum Curators
• Coin Dealers & Collectors

accurately identify and classify their English Hammered Farthings.

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Overview:

Two mints produced fathings during this reign: London and the English possession in France - Calais. These mints can be easily identifed by the legend on the reverse of each coin:

• Calais mint (VILLA CALIS')
• London mint (CIVITAS LONDON)

To find out more about the farthing types for each mint, click on the mint name above.