© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
½ Crown - Edward VI 2nd period; uncrowned bust ND
| Gold | 1.35 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VI (1547-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1549-1550 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#125696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned shield of arms.
Lettering: EDWAR' . VI · D' . G' . AGL' . FR' . Z · H' . R' .
Translation: Edward the Sixth by the Grace of God King of England France and Ireland
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - Edward VI (2nd period; uncrowned bust) ND (1549-1550) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. Edward VI was the son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, and he ascended to the throne at the age of nine after his father's death. However, his reign was marked by political and religious upheaval, including the English Reformation and the establishment of the Church of England. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Edward VI's reign remained consistent, with the ½ crown being a popular denomination for everyday transactions.
