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1 Penny - Elizabeth I 7th issue ND
| Silver (.925) | 0.47 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1601-1602 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 0.47 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée within beaded circle, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CIVI TAS LON DON
Translation: City of London
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Seventh issue (1601-2).Mintmark on obverse and reverse at about 12 o'clock position.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design element - a small cross above the Queen's crown, which was added to the coinage in 1601 to symbolize the Queen's role as the Defender of the Faith.
