© Heritage Auctions
© Heritage Auctions
¼ Angel - Elizabeth I 6th issue ND
| Gold | 1.18 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1583-1600 |
| Value | ¼ Angel (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.18 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Ship sailing with quartered shield of arms below cross flanked by E and rose
Script: Latin
Lettering: ET · HIBERNIE ·REGINA · FIDEI
Translation: and Ireland Queen of the Faith
Comment
House of Tudor, Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Sixth issue (1583-1600), Tower (London) mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Angel - Elizabeth I (6th issue) ND (1583-1600) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in England. Queen Elizabeth I, who ruled from 1558 to 1603, was known for her strong leadership and cultural achievements, but her reign was also marked by religious conflicts, military battles, and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coinage of the time remained a symbol of the country's prosperity and stability, with the ¼ Angel coin being a popular denomination for everyday transactions.
