Help with translating the reverse of a Henry VI Noble

Discussion in 'Ancient Coins' started by johnmilton, Apr 19, 2026 at 11:38 AM.

  1. johnmilton

    johnmilton Well-Known Member

    I just acquired this gold noble of British king Henry VI.
    Henry VI Noble S 1799 All.jpg

    I can translate the obverse: HENRIC DI GRA REX ANGL Z FRANC DNS HYB "Henry (VI) by the grace of God king of England and France Lord of Ireland

    The reverse is beyond me. IHC AUT TRANSIENS PER MEDIUM ILLORU IBAT

    The Internet yields nothing but jibberish and my trusty volume of England's Striking History covers silver coins and does not do much with gold.

    I would also like some help with the mint.

    Thank you to anyone who can help.

    This was a coin for royalty and the wealthy. It was worth 6 shillings and 8 pence which works out to 80 pence.
     
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  3. -jeffB

    -jeffB Greshams LEO Supporter

    This page looks convincing to me:

    https://www.mintageworld.com/media/detail/2566-gold-noble-of-king-henry-vi/

     

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