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1 Penny - Elizabeth I Pattern
1601 year| Silver | 0.5 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1601 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.5 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Cast, Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#358756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned royal monogram dividing date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1601
EZB
∙A ∙ PENNY∙
Unabridged legend: Elizabeth
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), silver pattern 'pledge' penny.Also struck in copper.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Penny - Elizabeth I (Pattern) 1601 from England is that it was minted with a unique silver alloy that was not commonly used in coin production at the time. The coin was made with a combination of silver, copper, and tin, which gave it a distinctive color and durability. This unique alloy was known as "sterling silver," and it became a standard for silver coins in England and other parts of Europe. Today, the Pattern 1 Penny is a highly sought-after collector's item, not only for its historical significance but also for its unique composition.
