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½ Groat - James I 1st coinage ND
| Silver | 0.97 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1603-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1603-1604 |
| Value | ½ Groat (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.97 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#104461 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms with mintmark above.
Lettering: (uninscribed)
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), James I (1603-25), First coinage ((1603-04).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat - James I (1st coinage) ND (1603-1604) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. James I, who ruled from 1603 to 1625, was the first king of the House of Stuart, and his reign saw the introduction of new coinage and monetary reforms. The ½ Groat coin was one of the new denominations introduced during this time, and it was designed to replace the earlier Elizabethan coinage. The coin's silver content and relatively low denomination made it a popular choice for everyday transactions, and it remained in circulation for many years after its introduction.
