© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - Elizabeth I 1st issue ND
| Silver (.916) | 0.42 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1559-1560 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 0.42 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#166122 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Long cross fourchée over quartered shield of arms, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), SFirst issue (1559-60), mm. Lis.Mintmark is located on the obverse and reverse at the 1 o'clock position.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Elizabeth I (1st issue) ND (1559-1560) coin is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, who was a significant figure in English history and ruled for over 40 years. The coin's design was created by the French engraver Thomas de la Bere, and it features a youthful depiction of the Queen, wearing a crown and a necklace with a large pearl. This coin was also the first to be minted with a silver alloy that contained 91.6% silver, which was a higher purity than previous issues.
