Richard II coin value guide
Richard II · 1377–1399 · Noble, Half-Noble & Quarter-Noble, Groat & Half-Groat, Penny & smaller
Denominations
Noble, Half-Noble & Quarter-Noble, Groat & Half-Groat, Penny & smaller
Reign
1377–1399
What a coin is worth depends on its exact type, mint, grade and provenance — the type tables and value factors below explain what drives each one.
About these coins
Richard II continued the denominations established under his grandfather Edward III — the gold noble, half-noble and quarter-noble, and the silver groat, half-groat, penny, halfpenny and farthing. His coins are generally scarcer than Edward III's, and his groats in particular, with their distinctive lettering and style, are sought after by collectors of the Plantagenet series.
Gold nobles of Richard II are scarcer and more valuable than the common Edward III issues; his silver groats and half-groats are scarcer too, and good portraits command a premium. London is the principal mint, with some Calais and York issues. Denomination, mint, grade and provenance set the value.
Noble — value by type
The gold noble (6s 8d), continuing Edward III's ship type. Scarcer than Edward III's nobles.
| Type | Rarity |
|---|---|
Noble 1377–1399 King in a ship; struck mainly at London, with Calais issues. | Scarce |
Half-Noble & Quarter-Noble — value by type
Gold fractions of the noble — the half-noble and the more affordable quarter-noble.
| Type | Rarity |
|---|---|
Half-Noble / Quarter-Noble 1377–1399 Ship and shield types continued from Edward III, scarcer in Richard's name. | Scarce |
Groat & Half-Groat — value by type
The silver groat (4d) and half-groat (2d), with distinctive style and lettering.
| Type | Rarity |
|---|---|
Groat / Half-Groat 1377–1399 Facing crowned bust; sought after for their style and relative scarcity. | Scarcer than Edward III |
Penny & smaller — value by type
The silver penny, halfpenny and farthing, including York and Durham ecclesiastical issues.
| Type | Rarity |
|---|---|
Penny / Halfpenny / Farthing 1377–1399 Long-cross types; mint and class drive scarcity, with smaller coins harder to find. | Scarce |
What drives the value
Type & rarity
Within a single reign, common types in collectable grade sit far below the scarce and rare types. Identifying the exact type is the first step in any valuation.
Mint & moneyer
Coins of rare mints, or with sought-after moneyer or privy-mark signatures, carry a clear premium over the common major-mint issues.
Grade & surfaces
A full, sharp strike with a clear portrait or design and legible legends commands the most. Weak striking, chips, cracks and corrosion all reduce value.
Provenance
A pedigree to a named cabinet or a recorded hoard adds both value and confidence in authenticity, especially for scarcer and higher-grade pieces.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Richard II coin worth?
His coins are generally scarcer than Edward III's, so gold nobles and silver groats sit higher, with mint, grade and provenance setting the level. Use the valuation tool for a figure based on realised prices for comparable coins.
What denominations did Richard II strike?
The gold noble, half-noble and quarter-noble, and the silver groat, half-groat, penny, halfpenny and farthing — continuing Edward III's system.
Are Richard II groats rare?
They are scarcer than Edward III's groats and prized for their distinctive style, so well-struck examples with a clear portrait command a premium.