On the obverse of this lovely bronze coin is the laureate head of Apollo right. The reverse features the Tripod of Delphi which is monogramed in the right field and below the tripod. The coin was minted in Sardis, Lydia (in modern Turkey) between 261 BC and 246 BC
Weight 4.2g

(ref:AHC122)

The Durotriges inhabited modern-day Dorset, along with parts of adjoining Hampshire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Their coinage is intriguing due to some mysteries surrounding its precise arrangement and attribution.

The Durotriges issued silver staters, but their quick debasement suggests challenges in the supply of silver during the early first century AD. This scarcity might be linked to the Roman conquest of West Gaul
Weight 2.9g

(ref:AHC053)

The Durotriges inhabited modern-day Dorset, along with parts of adjoining Hampshire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Their coinage is intriguing due to some mysteries surrounding its precise arrangement and attribution.
The Durotriges issued silver staters, but their quick debasement suggests challenges in the supply of silver during the early first century AD. This scarcity might be linked to the Roman conquest of West Gaul
Weight 3.29g

(ref:AHC060)

The Durotriges inhabited modern-day Dorset, along with parts of adjoining Hampshire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Their coinage is intriguing due to some mysteries surrounding its precise arrangement and attribution.
The Durotriges issued silver staters, but their quick debasement suggests challenges in the supply of silver during the early first century AD. This scarcity might be linked to the Roman conquest of West Gaul
Weight 3.02g

(ref:AHC061)

The Durotriges inhabited modern-day Dorset, along with parts of adjoining Hampshire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Their coinage is intriguing due to some mysteries surrounding its precise arrangement and attribution.
The Durotriges issued silver staters, but their quick debasement suggests challenges in the supply of silver during the early first century AD. This scarcity might be linked to the Roman conquest of West Gaul
Weight 2.9g

(ref:AHC059)

The obverse features the emperor Peroz wearing a crown adorned with two wings, a frontal crescent, and a korymbos set on a crescent. Ribbons flow over each shoulder,
On the reverse is a fire altar with ribbons flanked by a star and crescent above.  There are two attendants to the left and right of the altar.

Peroz I held the title "King of Kings£ (shahanshah) of Iran from 459 to 484. He was embroiled in a power struggle with his elder brother, Hormizd III, who was the incumbent king. After a two-year contest, Peroz eventually seized the throne, becoming the shahanshah. In 484 CE, Peroz faced his third and final war against the Hephthalites. where he was defeated and killed.

Weight 4.12g
(ref:AHC200)

This coin is part of the "Short Cross" series, which was introduced during the reign of King Henry II around 1180 and continued to be minted under his successors, including King Richard I and King John. The obverse features a stylized forward facing portrait of the king. The inscription reads "HENRICVS REX" - still bearing the name of Henry II, even during John's reign.

The Short cross penny played a significant role in England's economy during the late 12th and early 13th centuries. It was widely accepted as currency across the kingdom and even in some parts of continental Europe. The consistent design of the short cross was a deliberate effort to prevent fraud and counterfeiting, as earlier coins had been clipped to reduce their silver content.

King John's reign was marked by internal strife, baronial rebellion, and the loss of English territories in France. The issuance of these coins helped sustain the kingdom's economy during a turbulent time. However, King John's financial pressures, including heavy taxation, eventually led to the Magna Carta in 1215, a landmark document in limiting royal authority.

Weight 1.29g

(ref:AHC206)

Shorter, narrower "triangular" face (also issued for King John previously). The coin was minted prior to 1247 when the long cross pennies were introduced.  Henry III was the last king to use short cross pennies. 
Weight 1.35g

(ref:AHC040)

This hammered silver penny displays a characteristic cross on the reverse, with voided sections between the arms, earning it the name "voided short cross." Although the obverse is heavily worn, the legend with Henry's name remains legible. The coin is noticeably bent, likely due to being struck by a plow at some point in the past, and this condition is reflected in its pricing.

Weight 1.33g

(ref:AHC211)

Silver longcross penny - Ornate crowned facing portrait with sceptre. The Latin inscription reads: “hЄNRICVS RЄX | III” (King Henry the Third).
Reverse: Voided long cross with trefoil of pellets in each angle.
By the middle of Henry’s reign, the Short Cross coinage in circulation was in poor condition.
In 1247, a new coinage was ordered with the cross on the reverse extended to the edge to prevent clipping.
Weight 1.23g

(ref:AHC078)

Silver penny - London mint
Weight 1.26g

(ref:AHC039)

The obverse legend reads EDW R' ANGL' DNS hYB Crowned bust facing.  The reverse reads CIVI TAS LON DON Long cross over inner circle, three pellets in each quarter.

There is a portion of the coin edge that is missing.

Weight 0.92g
(ref:AHC204)

Silver Longcross penny - Slightly clipped on one edge.
Weight 1.36g
(ref:AHC159)

The obverse features a crowned facing portrait within an inner beaded circle. The drapery is composed of curved lines with wedges above, and the legend is in Latin (uncial): “+ ЄDW R’ ΛNGL’ DNS hYB” (Translation: Edward King of England Lord of Ireland).

Reverse: The reverse depicts a long cross pattée with a trefoil of pellets in the angles. The mint name “CIVI TAS LON DON” (Translation: City of London Mint) surrounds it.
Weight 0.29g

(ref:AHC069)

Edward II 1307-1327 Silver Penny (Canterbury Mint) EF

Weight:1.19g

(ref:AHC013)

I have taken advice about this lovely hammered silver penny and have been reliably been informed that it is from the reign of Richard II.  However, because much of the essential detail is missing, I am pricing it at the same level as that of an Edward I penny which are less scare.  If it is a Richard II penny, the price should be four times what we are charging!

Weight 1.09g

(ref:AHC105)

Annulet and trefoil by crown.  On the reverse, it reads: “CIVI TAS LOn DOn” (City of London)
This coin reflects the reign of Henry V, known for his military achievements, including the famous victory at the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.

Weight 0.49g

(ref:AHC085)

The Henry VII Silver Halfgroat with the mintmark TUN from Canterbury was issued between 1493-99 during the joint reign of King Henry VII and Archbishop Morton.

The coin features a facing crowned bust in a double tressure of seven arcs with a double arched crown. The Latin legend surrounding the bust reads “hEnRIC DI’ GRA REX AnGL Z F,” and on the reverse, there’s a long cross pattee with tri-pellets in each inner angle. The legends on the reverse read “CIVI TAS CAn TOR” and “POSVI DEV’ A DIVTO E mEV.”

Weight 1.44g

(ref:AHC135)

The Elizabeth I Half Groat, minted around 1582-1584 in London, is a silver coin from the sixth issue (1582-1600). It features a crowned robed bust of Elizabeth I on the obverse with the inscription ‘F’. D’. G’. ROSA SINE SPINA.', and on the reverse, it has ‘CIVITAS LONDON’ with a large cross on a shield. The coin measures 16mm in diameter. The coin has an excellent portrait of the queen which is quite unusual for coins of this type.

Weight 0.86g

(ref:AHC133)

On the reverse is depicted the Square Shield of Arms of England and France on a long cross fourchée, with the date “1572” above the shield. The Latin inscription reads: “POSVI DEV . AD IVTORE M · MEV . · 15 72 ·” (I have made God my helper).
Weight 0.69g

(ref:AHC077)

The Tudor Elizabeth I Penny (dated from 1582-83) is mintmarked with a bell (on the obverse, at a 12 o'clock position). It was part of the sixth issue of coins during her reign. The coin features a tall bust type 3B facing left on the obverse, without a rose or date, and a square-topped shield of royal arms with a Cross Fourche’e through on the reverse. The mintmark is considered very scarce.

I have included an image with a US dime to show comparative sizes. 

Weight 0.52g

(ref:AHC136)

The reverse shows a quartered shield of arms representing England and France. This shield is placed over a long cross fourchée (a cross with forked ends).  Above the shield is the date: 1580. The Latin legend encircling the design reads: “POSVI DEV AD IVTORE M MEV,” which translates to “I have made God my helper.”

As is common with coins of this type, the obverse of this coin is flat, with a slight bend in one area. Nevertheless, the Queen's portrait is still discernible, along with the rose behind her ear.

Weight 1.30g
(ref:AHC203)

Scotland Hardhead James VI 1588

Obverse: IR crowned, Reverse: Crowned Shield - some edge nicks

Weight:1.01g

(ref:AHC019)

The coin features a crowned double-headed eagle with the value “2” in its center, surrounded by a legend. The legend reads "FERDINAND ROM IMP S AVG" .
On the reverse side is a pine cone dividing the date, with a legend around it. The legend reads ““AVGVSTA VINDELICORVM 16 25.”
Ferdinand II was the Holy Roman Emperor and a significant figure during the Thirty Years’ War, a devastating conflict that engulfed Europe.

Weight 0.93g
(ref:AHC201)

Crowned rampant lion to left with two pellets behind

Weight:1.42g

(ref:AHC018)

After Charles I was executed in 1649, Oliver Cromwell minted the Commonwealth coinage until the House of Stuart was restored in 1660 with Charles II.  This Halfgroat (two pence) illustrates the value above the twin shields.

Weight:0.80g

(ref:AHC024)

1695 Hammered Scottish "Turner"/ "Bodle" Twopence - (VF)

Weight:2.69g

(ref:AHC020)