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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Groat - Elizabeth I 2nd issue ND
| Silver (.925) | 2.02 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1560-1561 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.02 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#143549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchee, legend around, mintmark above
Script: Latin
Lettering: POSVI DEV:AD IVTORE M:MEV
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Second Issue (1560-61).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - Elizabeth I (2nd issue) ND (1560-1561) coin is that it was issued during a time of great change and turmoil in England. The coin was minted during the reign of Elizabeth I, who was the last Tudor monarch and ruled England during a time of religious and political upheaval. The coin's design features a portrait of Elizabeth I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the religious tensions of the time. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout England and its territories.
