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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Groat - Henry VII facing bust; London ND
| Silver | 2.98 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VII (1485-1509) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1495-1505 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.98 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#55833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Long cross fourchée, with trefoil in each quarter, legend in two concentric circles around
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
POSVI DEV’ × A DIVTO E’ × mEV
× CIVI TAS × LOn DOn
Lettering (regular font):
POSVI DEV’ × A DIVTO E’ × MEV
× CIVI TAS × LON DON
Translation:
I have made God my helper
City of London
Comment
House of Tudor, Henry VII (1485-1509), Facing bust issues, Type IIIc, London mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - Henry VII (facing bust; London) ND (1495-1505) coin is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a British monarch, specifically King Henry VII, on its obverse (front side). This was a departure from previous coins that had featured symbolic images or abstract designs. The inclusion of the king's portrait was a sign of the growing power and influence of the monarchy in England during the late 15th century.
