© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - Henry VIII 1st coinage; Durham ND
| Silver | 0.64 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VIII (1509-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1509-1526 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.64 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#128388 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Quartered shield over long cross fourchée, T D in field
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CIVI TAS DVR RAM
Lettering (regular font): CIVI TAS DVR RAM
Translation: City of Durham
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Henry VIII (1509-47), First coinage (1509-26);Durham mint under Bishop Ruthall, 'Sovereign' type.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Henry VIII (1st coinage; Durham) ND (1509-1526) coin is that it features a unique design that was only used during Henry VIII's first coinage. The coin has a silver content of 0.64g and was minted in Durham, which was one of the four mints operating in England during that time. The design includes a crowned bust of Henry VIII facing right, with a rose behind him, and the reverse features a long cross with three pelicans in the angles, symbolizing the pelican's generosity and selflessness in feeding its young. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of pounds at auction.
