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½ Crown - Henry VIII 3rd coinage ND
| Gold | 1.51 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VIII (1509-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1544-1547 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.51 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#129355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield of arms dividing uncrowned Һ R (Henricus Rex)
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: hEnRIC’ 8 · D’ · G’ · AGL’ · FR’ · Z · hIB’ · REX
Lettering (regular font): HENRIC’ 8 · D’ · G’ · AGL’ · FR’ · Z · HIB’ · REX
Translation: Henry the Eighth by the Grace of God King of England France and Ireland
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Henry VIII (1509-47), Third coinage (1544-47), London mint; mm. pellet-in-annulet.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - Henry VIII (3rd coinage) ND (1544-1547) coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the king's multiple titles. On the obverse side, Henry VIII is depicted wearing a crown and holding a scepter, while on the reverse side, he is shown seated on a throne, surrounded by the symbols of his royal titles, including the rose of England, the thistle of Scotland, and the fleur-de-lis of France. This design highlights the king's powerful status and his claim to the throne of France, which was a significant political and historical event during his reign.
