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1 Angel - Philip and Mary ND
| Gold (.995) | 5.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mary I, Philip II of Spain (1554-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1554-1558 |
| Value | 1 Angel (½) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold (.995) |
| Weight | 5.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ship with quartered shield of arms below cross mast dividing P M.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A·DNO·FACTVM·EST·ISTVD:Z·EST·MIRABI·
P M
Unabridged legend: A Domino Factum Est Istud Et Est Mirabile
Translation: This is the Lord's doing and it is marvellous
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Philip and Mary (1554-58), mintmark Lis (105), wire line inner circles.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Angel coin from England, made of Gold (.995) and weighing 5.1g, is that it was issued during the reign of King Philip and Queen Mary (1554-1558) and features their effigies on opposite sides of the coin. This coin was part of a new currency system introduced by the couple to replace the debased coinage of their predecessor, King Edward VI. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the unity of the couple and their commitment to restoring the nation's economy.
