© Dix Noonan Webb
© Dix Noonan Webb
½ Groat - James I 2nd coinage; smaller crown ND
| Silver | 1.15 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1603-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1607-1619 |
| Value | ½ Groat (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.15 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#315761 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned thistle within inner circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: [mm] • TVEATVR • VNITA • DEVS •
Translation: May God protect this Union
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), James I (1603-25), Second coinage (1604-19).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat - James I (2nd coinage; smaller crown) ND (1607-1619) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval 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. Despite its small size, the coin was made of silver and had a relatively high value, reflecting the economic growth and prosperity of the time.
