© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - Edward VI 1st period; London ND
| Billon (.344 silver) | 0.54 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VI (1547-1553) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1547-1549 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Billon (.344 silver) |
| Weight | 0.54 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#125711 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross, mintmark above
Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
Tower mint, London. Silver standard 4oz. 2.5dwt.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Edward VI (1st period; London) ND (1547-1549) coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. Edward VI was the son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, and he ascended to the throne at the age of nine after his father's death. His reign was marked by the Protestant Reformation and the establishment of the Church of England, which had a significant impact on the country's religion, politics, and culture. This coin, which features a portrait of the young king, is a tangible reminder of this pivotal moment in English history.
