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1 Penny - Henry VIII 2nd coinage; Durham ND
| Silver | 0.66 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Henry VIII (1509-1547) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1526-1544 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.66 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, T W across 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), Second coinage (1526-44);Durham mint under Bishop Thomas Wolsey, 'Sovereign' type.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Henry VIII (2nd coinage; Durham) ND (1526-1544) coin is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the same era. The coin bears the image of a crowned and draped bust of Henry VIII, facing right, with a rose behind his neck and a shield with the royal arms in front of him. This design was specifically chosen to showcase the power and authority of the Tudor dynasty, which ruled England during this time. Additionally, the coin's silver content and small weight make it a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
